Birmingham bus stop stabbing victim named as Katie Higton
A 31-year-old woman has died after being stabbed at a Birmingham bus stop. Police have launched a murder investigation. Read the latest updates.
A 31-year-old woman has died after being stabbed at a Birmingham bus stop. Police have launched a murder investigation. Read the latest updates.
Birmingham and Solihull's Ring and Ride service has merged into the West Midlands Bus On Demand network. Find out about the new operator, vehicles, and what stays the same.
New enforcement cameras in Exeter and Barnstaple caught thousands breaching bus lanes and gates. Drivers get warnings first, then fines. Read the latest traffic updates.
Ring and Ride services in Birmingham, Solihull, and Coventry have merged into West Midlands Bus On Demand, operated by Via. The change promises improved efficiency and accessibility for vulnerable passengers.
A massive £264.1 million government funding injection aims to revolutionise bus services in the West Midlands, promising faster, cheaper, and more reliable travel. Read the full details.
The government has announced a £246m funding package for bus services across the West of England. Local authorities will decide how to spend the money on new vehicles, infrastructure, and keeping fares low.
The DVLA has banned a list of new 2026 registration plates deemed offensive. Motorists face fines of up to £1,000 for displaying illegal plates. Discover the full list of prohibited combinations and the rules you must follow.
A £264.1 million government funding package will transform bus services in Birmingham and the West Midlands, aiming for lower fares and more reliable journeys. Discover how this investment will impact your commute.
The Sunshine Fund's free Santa Grotto Bus is back in Newcastle city centre, visiting SEND schools and offering festive joy. Donations to the charity's Big Give campaign are doubled, funding life-changing equipment for North East children.
A man in his 60s suffered serious injuries after being hit by a bus outside Digbeth Coach Station. Police confirm he is stable. Witnesses urged to come forward.
A man in his 60s is in a stable condition after being struck by a bus outside Digbeth Coach Station. Police are appealing for witnesses to the serious incident.
Sophie Newnham, 17, from Surbiton, has rocketed to world number one in boccia just 18 months after her senior debut. Discover her journey and her nomination for a major UK Sport award.
A man has been rushed to hospital with potentially serious injuries after being hit by a bus on Digbeth High Street. Emergency services were called to the scene opposite Birmingham Coach Station.
The DVLA's latest medical report warns drivers with diabetes they must cease driving if dependent on glucose monitor alarms. New guidance outlines strict rules for insulin-treated bus and lorry drivers. Read the full update.
Audrius Zukauskas, 55, raped and beat a woman he met at Hanley Bus Station. He received a 12-year extended sentence at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court. Read the full report.
Martin Lewis urges all UK bank customers to remember 159, a secure 3-digit number to verify your bank and stop fraudsters. Learn how this essential tool protects you.
The DWP warns job seekers to remove three key details from their CVs to prevent identity theft, as fraud cases surge. Protect yourself now.
Major UK mobile providers pledge to eliminate number spoofing by 2026, implementing new call tracing technology to protect millions from fraud. Learn how this affects you.
Money expert Martin Lewis urges UK bank customers to dial 159 to verify callers from their bank. This simple step helps prevent fraud by connecting you directly to your bank's legitimate switchboard.
The Sunshine Fund's quiz night raised over £14,500 for local equipment. Discover their free Santa Grotto Bus and new charity partnership with Meat:Stack this Christmas.
A new Diamond bus service, the number 98, will launch on January 4, connecting Solihull to Heartlands Hospital via Lyndon and Sheldon. Great news for local transport links!
A 15-year-old boy has tragically died after becoming unwell on a school bus in Dunfermline. Police are investigating the unexplained death as the school offers support.
A man was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after being assaulted by two men at a bus stop on Priory Queensway. Police have made an arrest and are appealing for witnesses.
A serious road traffic collision involving a bus, truck, and car in Co Meath has left multiple people feared dead. Emergency services are on the scene. Read the latest updates.
Birmingham council confirms a signage problem prevents traffic wardens from ticketing cars blocking a Northfield bus stop, forcing passengers into the road. Read the full story.
A man was seriously assaulted by two men at a bus stop on Priory Queensway, Birmingham. Police are appealing for witnesses and information. Call 101 with ref 20/436796/25.
UK drivers warned as number plate cloning rises 41%. Learn the new rules proposed by the Labour government and how to protect your vehicle from this growing crime.
West Midlands Police are appealing for witnesses after a man indecently exposed himself on a number 74 bus near Hockley Circus. Call 101 with information.
Innocent motorists are fighting speeding fines as number plate cloning soars 41%. Discover how to protect your vehicle from this growing crime wave.
DWP is issuing £921 state pension payments throughout November. Discover how your National Insurance number determines your payment date and what this means for retirees.