EVs Save £1,400 a Year, But New Road Tax Coming
UK drivers can save £1,400 yearly with an electric car and get a £3,750 grant. However, a new per-mile road tax for EVs starts in April 2028. Learn the full details.
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132 UK locations where BT is scrapping landlines
BT reveals 132 new locations losing traditional copper landlines as the UK's digital switchover accelerates. Find out if your area is affected and what it means for you.
Farmer's Guinness Record Bid in Wellies for Charity
Neil Johnson, 47, will attempt to break the world record for the fastest half marathon in wellington boots at the 2026 ABP Newport Marathon Festival to raise funds for the Farm Community Network.
UK Broadband Provider G Network Enters Administration
London broadband provider G Network enters administration with £300m debt. 25,000 homes at risk as FitzWalter Capital takes control. Services continue as administrators seek a buyer.
Birmingham Council explains gritting limits after snow
Birmingham City Council admits it cannot treat every road after Storm Goretti. Gritters prioritised major routes, leaving some residential streets icy. Full statement and resident reactions inside.
Birmingham gritting row after Storm Goretti snow
Birmingham residents demand better gritting after Storm Goretti leaves roads treacherous. Council defends priority system covering 50% of roads. Read the full story.
Birmingham rail chaos as Storm Goretti hits
Rail passengers across the West Midlands are urged not to travel as Storm Goretti causes major disruption. Key routes remain closed with limited services until at least midday.
Storm Goretti causes major West Midlands rail disruption
Severe weather from Storm Goretti has caused widespread rail disruption across the West Midlands. Passengers are urged not to travel on Friday 9 January. Key routes may reopen by midday.
Why UK trains stop in extreme cold weather
Storm Goretti forces reduced rail services across the Midlands. Network Rail explains the serious safety risks of ice and snow on the tracks. Travel only if necessary.
Nationwide's 2030 branch pledge as rivals shut doors
Nationwide Building Society urges customers of closing banks to switch, vowing to keep its branches open until 2030. Over 6,600 UK branches have closed since 2015.
Lloyds Bank's 'UK First' Tokenised Deposit Transaction
Lloyds Bank and Archax complete the UK's first public blockchain transaction using Tokenised Deposits. Discover how this 'landmark for digital finance' promises big benefits for businesses.
Transport for Wales Chair Vernon Everitt Awarded CBE
Vernon Everitt, Chair of Transport for Wales, receives a CBE for his outstanding public transport contributions. Read about his pivotal role in Manchester and Wales.
O2 axes 3G service after 20 years
O2 is shutting down its 3G network, calling it a 'relic of a bygone era'. Millions of customers are urged to upgrade devices to maintain mobile data access.
O2's final 3G shutdown warning to UK customers
Virgin Media O2 issues a final alert as its 3G network switch-off nears completion. Older 3G-only devices will lose mobile data access. Find out if you're affected and what to do.
High street fears 5-month closure in rail upgrade
Uppermill businesses warn a five-month road closure for the Transpennine Route Upgrade could be devastating. Shopkeepers demand better communication from Network Rail.
Huge EV Charger Expansion for UK's 2035-2040 Truck Ban
Massive UK electric truck charging network unveiled to support the 2035 diesel truck sales ban. Voltempo's HyperCharger leads the charge for fleet electrification.
Birmingham New Street's Festive Feast for Vulnerable
Birmingham New Street station hosted a free Christmas dinner for over 100 vulnerable and homeless people on Christmas Eve, offering festive cheer and community support. Read the heartwarming story.
Five-weekend Essex railway upgrade starts January 10
Network Rail begins vital track replacement near Ingatestone station over five weekends from Jan 10. Expect bus replacements and level crossing closures. Check before you travel.
Warning: ATMs in England could run dry on Christmas Eve
A major warning has been issued for ATM users in England this Wednesday, as a £370 million cash rush is forecast. Plan your withdrawals to avoid empty machines.
iPhone 17 replaced by flapjacks in Christmas delivery shock
A Birmingham mum was stunned after opening a Christmas iPhone 17 delivery to find two flapjacks. Read how the network resolved the issue in time for the big day.
M6 closure warning for two weekends in January
Drivers on the M6 face major disruption as the motorway shuts between junctions 39 and 40 for two consecutive weekends in January for essential bridge work. Plan your journey now.
Wessex Water fined £11m over wastewater network failures
Wessex Water must pay £11m after regulator Ofwat found it failed to properly operate and maintain its wastewater network. The money will fund storm overflow improvements.
Rat spotted running around Birmingham New Street station
A passenger filmed a rodent running near Starbucks at Birmingham New Street just after midnight. Network Rail says it has pest control measures in place. Watch the video.
Walsall residents hit by 400% energy bill hike
Residents in Walsall tower blocks see energy bills quadruple after a new heat network system leaves them unable to switch providers or access Ofgem price caps.
Energy bills to rise £100 for grid upgrades
UK households face a £100 rise in energy bills to fund a £28bn national grid infrastructure upgrade. Ofgem says the investment is essential for security and the green transition. Read the full details.
Ofgem approves £28bn energy network upgrade, bills to rise
UK households face an extra £108 on annual energy bills by 2031 to fund a £28bn infrastructure upgrade. Ofgem says net impact will be lower due to future savings. Read the full breakdown.
New M5 Mini Service Station Approved in West Bromwich
Sandwell Council greenlights a 'mini service station' near the M5 in West Bromwich, featuring rapid EV charging points and four commercial units. Discover the key details of this transport infrastructure project.
UK landline shutdown begins in 12 locations
Openreach begins UK landline shutdown with 12 locations first on the cut-off list. The move to full-fibre digital infrastructure will see 4,600 exchanges closed nationwide.
Walsall tenants hit with energy bill quadrupling
Hamilton House residents see energy costs soar from 4p/kWh to 17.67p/kWh as councillor slams housing provider over 'take it or leave it' pricing. Read the full investigation.
UK Motorways Get Major Connectivity Upgrade
Virgin Media O2 has enhanced mobile coverage on over 40 UK motorways, including the M1 and M25, to boost EV adoption and improve driver safety. #EV #Connectivity
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