DVLA: Sleep Condition Drivers Face £1000 Fine
The DVLA warns drivers with excessive sleepiness from conditions like sleep apnoea must declare it or risk a £1000 fine and prosecution. Check if you're affected.
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Heathrow's £7 drop-off fee and 10-minute limit start Jan 1
Heathrow Airport introduces a £7 drop-off fee and strict 10-minute limit from January 1, 2026. Drivers face an £80 fine for non-payment. Learn the new rules and how to pay.
Fire Stick users face £1,000 fines in 2026 crackdown
UK households with Amazon Fire TV Sticks are warned they could face £1,000 fines for illegal streaming. Learn the new TV Licensing rules for services like Disney+ and Prime Video.
Fire Stick TV Licence warning: £1,000 fine risk
Amazon Fire TV Stick users are being warned they could be hit with a £1,000 fine for a common TV Licence error. Authorities are stepping up checks from December 2025. Check if you're covered.
Drivers risk £1,000 fine under new DVLA digital licence rule
UK motorists could face £1,000 penalties as the DVLA's new digital driving licence system rolls out in 2026. Experts warn the automated system is 'less forgiving'. Check your records now.
Winter de-icing error could land drivers with £2,500 fine
UK motorists warned a simple winter oversight could lead to a massive fine and invalidated insurance. Experts explain how to de-ice your car safely and legally.
10 New Birmingham Restaurants to Visit in 2026
Discover the 10 best new restaurants set to open in and around Birmingham in 2026, from high-end Greek cuisine to a London sushi favourite. Plan your culinary adventures now.
Christmas Day Steam Trains: 'Pay What You Can' Near Birmingham
A heritage railway near Birmingham is running special Christmas Day steam trains on a 'pay what you can afford' basis. Enjoy mince pies and mulled wine on a festive journey from Loughborough and Leicester. Book your magical alternative now!
£1,000 fines for Blue Badge misuse as councils crack down
UK motorists are being warned they could face a £1,000 fine for illegally parking in disabled bays. Councils have launched a major crackdown after 20,000 investigations in five years. Read the full details.
Shababs Birmingham Opens Christmas Day with Normal Menu
Beloved Birmingham balti house Shababs is opening on December 25, serving its regular menu at regular prices. The historic Sparkbrook restaurant, a local institution since 1987, still has tables available for Christmas bookings.
TGI Fridays UK closures put 500 jobs at risk
TGI Fridays enters administration, closing 49 UK restaurants. 500 staff face redundancy due to 'insurmountable' economic pressures. Read the full story and list of closures.
Ryanair Appeals €256m Italian Fine Over 'Bizarre' Ruling
Ryanair vows immediate appeal against a €256m fine from Italy's competition watchdog, calling the ruling 'legally unsound' and a threat to low fares. Read the full story.
Christmas presents in cars could lead to £2,500 fines
UK drivers warned: leaving Christmas gifts in vehicles risks £2,500 insurance costs and fines for obstructed views. Experts urge secure storage and safe loading.
Morrisons' Free Kids' Meals for Christmas in Birmingham
Morrisons confirms its Kids Eat Free scheme continues in all cafés, including Birmingham, throughout Christmas. Get a free child's meal with every adult main over £5.
Christmas car loading could land you a £1,000 fine
Motorists are being warned that overloading cars with Christmas gifts could lead to a £1,000 fine and penalty points for obstructing their view. Experts urge safe packing to avoid fines and ensure a smooth festive journey.
£2,500 fine warning for Christmas party lifts
UK drivers offering lifts for petrol money this December could face £2,500 fines and invalid insurance. Experts urge caution over 'simple acts of generosity'.
Brecon Mountain Railway in Europe's Top 10 Scenic Rides
A Welsh steam railway just over two hours from Birmingham has been ranked among Europe's most beautiful scenic train journeys, based on Tripadvisor reviews. Discover this affordable day out.
The Range fined £400k over rodent infestation
The Range has been ordered to pay over £412,000 after mice and rats were found gnawing Easter eggs and leaving droppings across a Midlands store. Read the full details of the hygiene breach.
One Stop fined £52k over illicit tobacco and vapes
A One Stop shop in Wolverhampton has been hit with a £52,000 penalty after illicit cigarettes and vapes were sold and found hidden under a bed. Read the full investigation details.
Royal Mail warns 119 UK postcodes of Christmas delays
Royal Mail issues apology as staffing issues threaten festive deliveries in 119 areas. See the full list of affected postcodes and what the postal service says.
Birmingham's Top 26 Restaurant Picks for 2026
Discover BirminghamLive's ultimate foodie guide for 2026, featuring 26 essential restaurants from cheap bites to luxury dining. Get the list and sign up for weekly food news.
Indian Brewery to open new BHX airport restaurant
The Indian Brewery will launch a new restaurant at Birmingham Airport's International Pier in February 2026, offering craft beers, fusion food, and exclusive merchandise to travellers.
Drivers warned not to idle cars to warm up in winter
Motoring expert reveals why idling your car on frosty mornings is damaging, wasteful, and could lead to a hefty fine. Learn the correct way to prepare your vehicle.
Free & £1 Kids' Meals for Christmas Holidays
Families can save hundreds this festive season with over 20 restaurants, pubs and cafés offering free or £1 children's meals. Check the full list of deals and terms.
Christmas bin changes could lead to £80 fines
Households are warned that altered bin collection schedules over Christmas could lead to £80 fines for pavement obstructions. Experts advise planning ahead to avoid penalties and pest problems.
£100 fine for dangerous hard shoulder manoeuvre
Motorists fined for reversing on hard shoulder to avoid A2 crash delays. Police warn of £100 penalty and points. Learn the law to stay safe.
Birmingham's 10 Most Popular Festive Restaurants Revealed
OpenTable data reveals the 10 busiest restaurants in Birmingham and the West Midlands for festive bookings in December 2025. Discover where locals are dining this Christmas.
Smart motorway drivers could get £2,500 after wrongful fines
Thousands of UK motorists wrongly fined due to a smart motorway software glitch dating to 2021 could receive compensation. Find out if you're affected.
£100 fine warning for splashing pedestrians in wet weather
Motorists face a £100 fine and up to nine penalty points for driving without due care in the rain. Essential safety tips to avoid penalties as UK weather warnings remain in place.
£1,000 fine for foggy windscreens this winter
UK motorists warned they face a £1,000 fine and penalty points for driving with obscured windscreens in cold weather. Experts urge clearing all condensation before driving.
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