Birmingham Airport Flights Cancelled Amid Middle East Crisis
Multiple flights from Birmingham Airport to the Middle East have been cancelled due to airspace closures following regional conflicts, leaving travellers stranded.
Category : Transport
UK Driving Myths Debunked: Flip-Flops to Flashing Lights
Insurance experts reveal the truth behind common UK motoring myths that could cost drivers thousands in fines and increased premiums.
Police Chief Slams Labour's 'Weak' Road Safety Strategy
Warwickshire's Police and Crime Commissioner criticizes the government's Road Safety Strategy as insufficient, calling for stronger measures like graduated licensing to address rising fatalities.
A38 Closed After Serious Crash Near M6 Toll, Delays Expected
The A38 in Staffordshire is shut in both directions near Lichfield following a serious two-car collision early this morning, with closures expected to last for several hours as police investigate.
Birmingham Airport Flights Cancelled Amid Iran Conflict
Two Emirates flights to and from Dubai via Birmingham Airport are cancelled today, March 7, due to the ongoing Iran war. Passengers are advised to contact their airline for updates.
Petrol Price Surge Warning as Experts Predict Further Rises
Motorists across the UK are being warned to brace for further increases in petrol and diesel prices, with experts stating it is 'inevitable' due to the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Fuel Price Shock: Diesel at 18-Month High, Queues at Petrol Stations
Diesel prices surge to highest since August 2024, with petrol also climbing. RAC warns of further increases as Middle East conflict disrupts oil supplies, impacting household budgets.
Drivers Switch to Public Transport to Dodge £5 Oxford Charge
A new temporary £5 congestion charge in Oxford has led to a significant 33% increase in park and ride usage, with drivers opting for buses to save money and reduce traffic.
New Pay-Per-Mile Tax for Electric Vehicles Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a new pay-per-mile tax targeting electric vehicle owners, with charges starting at 3p per mile and set to begin in April 2028.
Birmingham Train Passengers Urged to Talk to Others
Samaritans, Network Rail, and British Transport Police relaunch the Small Talk Saves Lives campaign after a significant increase in lifesaving interactions at West Midlands stations.
Highways Boss: Crude Pothole Fixes a 'Necessary Evil'
Warwickshire's highways director explains why temporary pothole repairs are essential despite high failure rates, citing extreme weather and safety concerns.
Driveway VAT Rule Hits Lower-Income Households Hardest
A UK rule charging 5% VAT for home EV charging versus 20% for public charging disproportionately burdens lower-income households without driveways, amid proposed pay-per-mile levies.
Walsall Council Plans Safety Overhaul for Rushall Junction
Walsall Council is consulting on major safety improvements for Rushall Junction, where over 30 police incidents occurred from 2021 to 2024, including a serious crash that hospitalized a resident.
Ferrari Driver Hits 127mph on M6, Caught by Cameras
A Ferrari supercar driver reached a dangerous 127mph on the M6 in the West Midlands, only to be caught by speed cameras. This was among the fastest speeds recorded by police in over a year.
Pavement Parking Ban Coming to Birmingham
Birmingham drivers will face new restrictions as the city council gains powers to ban pavement parking on designated roads to improve pedestrian safety.
London Tube Chaos: Entire Line Shut All Weekend
Transport for London warns of major disruption as the Hammersmith & City line closes entirely for weekend engineering works, impacting multiple other lines and thousands of commuters.
Serious Injuries in Birmingham City Centre Crash
A cyclist and a Ford Fiesta driver sustained serious injuries in a collision at the New Town Row and New John Street junction. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Lorry Overturn Near M6 Wednesbury Causes Major Delays
A lorry overturned near Junction 9 of the M6 in Wednesbury, closing roads and causing significant traffic delays. Paramedics assessed one man at the scene.
Manston Airport Nears Reopening as Freight Hub After 12 Years
Manston Airport in Kent, closed since 2014, is advancing toward reopening as an air freight facility, with a public consultation launching this month. The site may later add passenger services.
M6 Delays: Lorry Overturn Blocks A461 in Wednesbury
Drivers face significant delays on the M6 and A461 Wood Green Road in Wednesbury after a lorry overturned, causing closures and queueing traffic. Authorities advise using alternative routes.
Deeside Firm Wins Arts Council Contract for Disability Access
The People Connective, based in Sandycroft, Deeside, has been appointed by Arts Council England to provide accessible support services for the groundbreaking All In disability arts access programme.
DVLA Takes 91-Year-Old with Alzheimer's to Court
A 91-year-old man with Alzheimer's has been convicted after his car was uninsured for just 11 days while being sold. The DVLA prosecuted despite his son explaining the circumstances.
Drivers Urged to Fill Up as Fuel Costs Climb
Fuel prices are rising across the West Midlands due to the Middle East conflict, prompting warnings of record-breaking costs. Experts advise filling up this weekend while prices remain relatively low.
Avanti West Coast Main Line 6-Day Easter Shutdown
Network Rail confirms a six-day shutdown on the West Coast Main Line during Easter, disrupting thousands of journeys with no intercity services between London Euston and Milton Keynes.
Fuel Prices Rise at Sainsbury's, Tesco, Asda in West Midlands
Drivers across the West Midlands are facing climbing fuel prices at major supermarkets like Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Asda due to the Middle East crisis, with warnings of further increases ahead.
Morrisons First UK Supermarket with Stoma-Friendly Bathrooms
Morrisons has become the first UK supermarket chain to install stoma-friendly facilities in all accessible bathrooms nationwide, following collaboration with Colostomy UK and customer feedback.
Streaming Services Must Boost Accessibility for 18 Million in UK
UK streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ must now provide subtitles, audio-description, and signed content under new Ofcom rules, benefiting millions with hearing or sight disabilities.
UK Foreign Office Issues Travel Warning for Belgium Strikes
The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel guidance for Belgium, warning of severe disruption from railway strikes starting March 8 and a national strike on March 12 affecting flights and public transport.
EV Owners Rush to Amazon for £69 Charging Cable Deal
Electric car owners can save big with a discounted Type-2 charging cable on Amazon, priced at just £69.96 for a limited time, offering durability and compatibility with most modern EVs.
UK Drivers Face £320 Fuel Cost Surge Amid Iran-US Conflict
UK motorists driving 8,000 miles annually could pay up to £320 extra for petrol as Iran-US tensions threaten to push prices to 170p per litre, warns new analysis.
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