Paphos Airport Reopens After Drone Incident; Cyprus Lockdown
Paphos International Airport resumes operations following a drone evacuation, while three Cypriot communities face home confinement orders amid regional tensions.
Category : Transport
Birmingham Dad Thought Dubai Missiles Were Shooting Stars
A father from the Midlands vacationing in Dubai with his family initially believed missile attacks were celestial events, now stranded amid regional conflict with flights suspended.
Pedestrian Deaths Spike in West Midlands Roads
Provisional data reveals a concerning 48% of road fatalities in 2025 were pedestrians, prompting transport bosses to launch a study into causes like crossing shortages and speed.
Birmingham Petrol Prices to Rise Amid Middle East Conflict
Fuel prices in Birmingham are expected to increase significantly due to recent military actions in the Middle East, with experts warning of potential record highs at pumps within weeks.
Drivers Warned to Fill Up Now as Oil Crisis Looms
Motorists are being advised to fill up their vehicles as soon as possible and stick to supermarket fuel stations, as escalating US-Iran tensions threaten to cause an oil crisis and significant price hikes at the pumps.
Sunglasses Essential for March Driving Safety, Experts Say
Motoring experts urge drivers to keep sunglasses in their vehicles during March to combat low sun glare, which can cause temporary blindness and increase accident risks on roads.
Emirates Cancels Dubai Flights from Birmingham Airport
Emirates has cancelled all flights to and from Dubai until at least Tuesday afternoon due to regional airspace closures and unrest. Birmingham Airport advises passengers to check directly with airlines for updates.
Rail Passengers Warned Against Advance Ticket Purchases
Train travellers are being advised to avoid buying certain tickets in advance as new refund rules take effect next month, significantly reducing consumer protection for Off-Peak and Anytime fares.
£300 Annual Road Charge Under Rachel Reeves Tax Plans
Motorists could pay up to £300 per year under new pay-per-mile tax plans targeting electric vehicles from 2028, with rural areas expected to be hardest hit.
BHX Airport Message After 100k Brits Stuck in Middle East
Birmingham Airport issues guidance to travelers as airspace closures in the Middle East ground flights, leaving over 100,000 British nationals stranded amid regional conflict.
New Two-Strike Rule for UK Driving Test Changes Starts March
The DVSA introduces a strict two-change limit per driving test booking from March 31, 2026, to combat system misuse, requiring new bookings for additional modifications.
EasyJet Cancels All Cyprus Flights After RAF Base Incident
EasyJet has cancelled all flights to and from Cyprus following security concerns at the RAF base in Akrotiri. The airline expects normal operations to resume from March 3.
Birmingham Airport Flights to Delhi, Dubai Cancelled
Flights from Birmingham Airport to Delhi and Dubai have been cancelled due to airspace closures in the Gulf region amid escalating Middle East conflict, leaving travellers stranded.
Jet2 Warns of Barcelona Rail Strike Travel Disruption
Jet2 has issued a travel warning for passengers due to planned rail strikes in Catalonia from March 2-4, which may affect transport to Barcelona Airport. The airline advises allowing extra time for journeys.
AA Warns Against Fuel Panic Buying Amid Price Surge
The AA urges drivers not to panic buy fuel despite warnings of record pump prices within days due to Middle East conflict, advising normal refueling habits.
BA and Emirates Issue Urgent Dubai Flight Warnings
British Airways and Emirates have issued urgent warnings for passengers with Dubai flights as the UK Foreign Office advises against non-essential travel to the UAE.
RAC March Car Selling Advice: Key Tips for Drivers
The RAC highlights February and March as prime months for selling vehicles, offering crucial guidance on mechanical checks, MOT timing, and effective advertising strategies to maximize value.
One Third of EV Charging Stations Bill Drivers Inaccurately
A new study finds 31.5% of public EV chargers provide incorrect energy readings, exposing drivers to financial risks compared to petrol car owners.
Person Dies at Acocks Green Train Station in Birmingham
Emergency services responded to a fatal incident at Acocks Green railway station on Sunday, where a person was pronounced dead at the scene. British Transport Police confirm the death is not suspicious.
VED Overhaul: £5,690 Tax Hike for High-Emission Cars
A major Vehicle Excise Duty change from April 1 will see 59 models from brands like Ford and BMW hit with a £5,690 first-year tax bill, aiming to push drivers toward electric vehicles.
West Midlands Road Closure for HS2 Works This Week
The B4102 Meridan Road between Hampton-In-Arden and Meriden will be closed all week for essential HS2 works, with drivers advised to plan ahead for delays.
Petrol Prices to Hit Record Highs in 10-12 Days
Drivers across the UK face petrol prices soaring above pre-pandemic levels within 10-12 days due to Middle East conflict and fuel duty changes, warns the AA.
EV Home Charging Prices to Fall from April in UK
Ofgem confirms a reduction in the energy price cap will lower home charging costs for electric vehicle owners, with savings of up to £2.15 per full charge starting April 1.
Court Rules EV Public Charging Gets Lower 5% VAT Rate
A landmark court ruling has determined that electric vehicle charging on public networks should be subject to the reduced 5% domestic VAT rate, not the standard 20%, following a challenge by community operator Charge My Street.
Pod Scraps £99 Fee for Home EV Charging Subscription
Pod has eliminated the standard £99 upfront charge for its Pod Drive home EV charging subscription, offering a £40 monthly plan instead during a promotion until March 31, 2026.
Government Spies on Electric Car Drivers via Phones
A two-year mass surveillance project commissioned by the Department for Transport tracked 25 million devices to monitor electric vehicle usage, raising serious privacy concerns.
Birmingham City Centre Roads Face 20mph Speed Limit Plans
Transport chiefs propose cutting speed limits to 20mph on key Birmingham city centre roads to enhance safety and support the Sprint bus initiative.
TUI Travel Update: Shelter in Place Advised Amid Middle East Conflict
TUI and other major airlines suspend flights to the Middle East as conflict escalates, with the UK government advising British nationals to register and shelter in place.
Tram Service Disrupted by Private Event in Birmingham
West Midlands Metro services will be briefly terminating at Grand Central due to a private event in Centenary Square, with no through service to Edgbaston Village from 1.13pm to 2.15pm.
New Street Station Media Screens Repair Update from Bullring
Hammerson, owner of the Bullring, has announced plans to reactivate Birmingham New Street station's iconic media screens later this year, ending a three-year blackout that began in 2023.
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