The DVSA has issued a crucial reminder to learner drivers about the '16th fault rule' that could see you fail your test. Learn the key facts about major and minor faults ahead of the Christmas test period.
Thousands of motorists in England are due refunds after a technical fault caused speed cameras to activate incorrectly. National Highways has identified 2,650 errors since 2021. Read the full story.
National Highways apologises as a technical fault causes 2,650 incorrect speed camera activations since 2021. Fines to be refunded and points removed. Full details.
A man in his 20s is in a critical but stable condition after an attack on Horsefair Street. Police have made three arrests and are appealing for witnesses and further suspects to come forward.
A major police operation across the West Midlands has led to 80 arrests and the recovery of 23 blades. Officers conducted hundreds of stop searches and weapon sweeps to tackle serious youth violence.
A Birmingham bar and music venue has had its licence suspended after a violent incident involving weapons left two men injured. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Major disruption on Birmingham's Cross City Line as a signalling fault suspends services between New Street and Redditch/Bromsgrove. Delays expected with no clear resolution time. Read for travel alternatives.
Birmingham commuters face major disruption as the Cross City Line South is suspended due to recurring signalling issues. Check for ticket acceptance on buses and latest updates.
Leigh Shelton, 64, has been jailed for causing serious injury by dangerous driving after a 100mph crash. The court heard his passengers were 'lucky to come out alive'. Read the full details.
A man was hit with a £100 fine over a faulty ticket machine while buying slippers for his terminally ill father. He's now taking the car park firm to court.
A man in his 30s was seriously injured in a dog attack while jogging at Earlswood Lakes near Solihull. Police are appealing for witnesses and the owner to come forward.
Police are appealing for witnesses after two men were punched and kicked unconscious outside the Village Hotel in Dudley. Call 101 with information.
A man sustained serious injuries in an alleyway assault next to Labyrinth nightclub in Shrewsbury. Police release CCTV images and appeal for witnesses to come forward.
Police are hunting a hit-and-run driver after a crash on the M6 left a girl with serious injuries. Witnesses are urged to come forward with dashcam footage.
A male pedestrian suffered serious injuries in a hit-and-run on Radnor Road, Handsworth. Police confirm a man has now come forward. Call 101 with information.
Police are hunting a hit-and-run driver after a pedestrian suffered serious injuries on Radnor Road in Handsworth. The man is in a stable condition in hospital.
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a man was found with a serious head injury on Lawley Middleway, Birmingham. Call 101 with information.
Rail passengers face major disruption with delays up to 25 minutes due to a signalling fault between Walsall and Rugeley Trent Valley. Check before you travel and allow extra time.
Three people sustained serious injuries after a car overturned on Stafford Lane in Codsall. A 24-year-old man from Wigan has been arrested on suspicion of drink-driving. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Labour government reveals timeline for Renters' Rights Act, banning no-fault evictions and introducing £40,000 fines. Discover the 7 key changes for UK tenants.
A woman in her 70s is in a critical condition after a hit-and-run on Wentworth Road, Harborne. Police have arrested a 39-year-old man. Contact police with information.
Major disruption on Birmingham's Cross City Line south due to a signalling fault. Services suspended between New Street and Bromsgrove/Redditch. Rail replacement in place. Full story.
Severe disruption on the M6 in the Midlands following a serious collision between junctions 12 and 13, with emergency services on scene and motorists facing lengthy delays during Thursday morning rush hour.
Emergency services responded to a serious two-vehicle collision on the A449 in Wombourne, leaving both drivers with serious injuries. Police are appealing for witnesses following the afternoon crash that closed the major route.
A woman has been seriously injured in a collision outside Birmingham's Aldi supermarket, prompting road closures and major traffic disruption during Thursday morning rush hour.
A violent assault in Wolverhampton city centre has left a man fighting for his life with serious head injuries as police launch urgent witness appeal following the late-night incident.