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 residents demand better gritting after Storm Goretti leaves roads treacherous. Council defends priority system covering 50% of roads. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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 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.
Millions of Sky Mobile users must act within 30 days to avoid a £1.50 monthly bill increase. The change takes effect from February 14. Expert advice on your rights.
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.
Seven major household bills are increasing for Brits in 2026, including council tax, energy, and broadband. Discover the full list and how it impacts your finances.
The multi-billion-pound Transpennine Route Upgrade reports strong 2025 progress, with key works at Huddersfield station and over 5,000 people now on the project. Discover how it will transform northern rail.
Sky Mobile announces a £1.50 monthly increase for most data plans from February 14, marking its first mid-contract rise in over seven years. Find out who is exempt and how to beat the hike.
Birmingham City Council has released the 2026 schedule for its free mobile household waste service. Find out where and when the tip lorries will be in your area this week.
West Midlands Police has published the full list of mobile speed camera van locations across Birmingham for January 2026. Check the list to stay informed and avoid fines.
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.
A West Midlands businesswoman faced a staggering £153,000 mobile bill after a US work trip. Discover how the charges accrued and the impact on her company.
A West Midlands entrepreneur faced a staggering £153,000 mobile bill after a 12-day US trip. O2 waived the charges, but her business credit was damaged. Read the full story.
Two in five motorists caught breaking driving laws, with new camera tech targeting offenders. Experts warn of severe financial and safety risks. Read the full report.
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.
New data reveals 64.9% of 2023's fatal UK crashes involved a 'Fatal Four' factor. Labour considers new driving laws and tech to combat speeding, drink-driving, phone use, and seat belt offences. Read the full analysis.
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.
Uppermill businesses warn a five-month road closure for the Transpennine Route Upgrade could be devastating. Shopkeepers demand better communication from Network Rail.
The Welsh Government is contributing £22m to upgrade Cardiff Central station, a non-devolved asset, to unlock £117.8m in UK funding. The project aims to handle 20 million passengers by 2035.
Nationwide Building Society has responded to a customer's plea for a mobile cheque deposit feature in its app. Read the society's official update and how to provide feedback.
Northern Ireland plans to outlaw all hand-held mobile phone use while driving, the first major legal update since 2004. The move targets dangerous behaviours like taking photos or scrolling.
Massive UK electric truck charging network unveiled to support the 2035 diesel truck sales ban. Voltempo's HyperCharger leads the charge for fleet electrification.
As Birmingham's 2025 bin strike dragged on, mobile waste centres were swamped. We revisit the chaos, fly-tipping and the community efforts that followed. Read the full story.
A savvy shopper reveals how the free Airtime Rewards app has slashed her phone bill by over £300 since 2021. Discover how linking your card earns cashback at Boots, Argos, New Look and more.
Asda's boss says a botched £1bn IT system transition set the business back six months, hitting availability and sales. He also warns the Budget has left consumers 'confused and concerned'.
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.
Lloyds Bank responds to customer's app feature request as new data reveals improved affordability for first-time buyers, with mortgage costs stabilising. Read the latest updates.