West Midlands tram fares to increase from January 2026
Metro tram fares across the West Midlands will increase from 2 January 2026. Find out the new prices for single, day, and monthly tickets and the reasons behind the changes.
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£100 parking fine for man buying slippers for dying father
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.
Woman charged with Oasis ticket fraud
Rosie Slater, 32, has been charged with 11 counts of fraud over alleged fake Oasis ticket sales. She is due in court in December. Read the latest on this case and new ticket resale laws.
UK bans ticket resales above face value
The UK government has announced a ban on reselling event tickets for more than their original price. Discover how this new law protects fans from scalpers.
Government bans ticket resale for profit
New UK laws make it illegal to resell event tickets above face value. The crackdown on industrial-scale touting could save fans £112m annually. Find out how this affects you.
Wimbledon tickets exempt from UK resale crackdown
Wimbledon's debenture tickets will be exempt from a proposed UK ban on reselling tickets above face value. The All England Club warns the ban would dent crucial investment.
Government to ban ticket resales above face value
The UK government plans to ban live event ticket resales above face value in a major crackdown on touts and secondary platforms. Discover how this protects consumers.
Rail fares set for major change in upcoming Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to change how rail fares are calculated, switching from RPI to CPI. This could mean smaller increases for passengers. Find out how this affects you.
Birmingham's £1m Lottery Winner Has Days to Claim
A mystery Birmingham lottery player has until 20 November to claim a £1 million prize. Check your old tickets now before the life-changing sum is lost forever.
Music stars urge government to cap ticket touts
Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and 36 other artists call on PM Keir Starmer to honour Labour's manifesto pledge and implement a hard cap on extortionate secondary ticket prices. Join the conversation.
Birmingham man nearly jailed over parking ticket error
A Birmingham resident's fight against what he called a 'stupid' parking ticket escalated dramatically when he faced potential imprisonment after court officials mistook his case for a more serious offence.
Villa fan's 70-mile NHS commute to matches
Discover how dedicated NHS worker and Villa supporter Adam Smith makes an extraordinary 140-mile daily round trip from Northampton to Birmingham, balancing his passion for football with his healthcare career.
Jingle Bell Ball 2025: Dates & Line-Up Revealed
Get ready for the most magical weekend of the year! Capital FM has announced the return of the Jingle Bell Ball for 2025 with spectacular dates, iconic venue and an incredible line-up of chart-topping artists.
Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2024: Ultimate Guide
Get ready for London's most magical Christmas concert! Discover everything you need to know about Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2024 - from star-studded line-ups to ticket secrets and venue details.
Passengers fight back against train ticket machine rip-offs
Passengers across Britain are fighting back against confusing ticket machine pricing that's costing travellers millions. Discover how commuters are challenging unfair fares and what it means for your wallet.
WWE SmackDown Birmingham: Start Time & Guide
Get ready for body slams and high-flying drama as WWE SmackDown electrifies Birmingham's Utilita Arena. Discover essential timings, venue information, and what makes this event a must-see for wrestling fans across the UK.
Passenger jailed for strangling train inspector
A violent passenger choked a CrossCountry train ticket inspector at Birmingham New Street station after being caught without a valid ticket. The attacker has been jailed for 16 months.
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