Barclays £200 Switch Bonus Deadline August 27
Barclays is offering new customers £200 for switching accounts and transferring two direct debits before August 27. Must deposit £2,000 within 30 days.
Category : Transport
HMRC Company Car Fuel Rates Rise from September 1
HMRC's new advisory fuel rates from September 1 raise petrol, diesel, and LPG rates, while electric rates stay at 7p/15p per mile. Check the full list.
Dog Ban Lifted October 1: Beach Rules Change
From October 1, five-month seasonal dog bans on UK beaches lift, but owners must check local rules to avoid fines up to £1,000.
Birmingham Airport Apologises Over Luggage Delays
Birmingham Airport has apologised after hundreds of passengers flew out without their luggage due to a baggage system failure. The airport is working to reunite passengers with their bags.
DWP August State Pension Payment Dates Confirmed
DWP confirms August State Pension payments shift for five NI number groups due to bank holiday; full new pension is £241.30 weekly.
Lavazza Espresso Capsules: Rich Coffee at Home
Lavazza Espresso Capsules are now available on Amazon, offering café-quality coffee at home. With 100% Arabica blend and intense flavour, they're a top choice for coffee lovers.
Palace Reignite Interest in Villa's Guessand
Crystal Palace may re-sign Evann Guessand from Aston Villa after his loan spell, as Villa consider offloading the forward to free squad space.
Sutton Coldfield parking charges rise by over 350%
Sutton Coldfield Railway Station parking charges are set to rise from 65p to £3 per day for rail users, a 350% increase, with new ANPR pay-on-exit system from August 17.
Spider-Man Brand New Day Streaming: Release Date and How to Watch
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is in cinemas now; streaming release not confirmed yet. Expect VOD in 6-8 weeks, then possibly Netflix or Sky/Now.
50,000 Parking Fines on Two Birmingham Roads in 3 Years
Over 50,000 parking fines were issued on Alum Rock Road and Stratford Road in three years, but payment rates remain unknown as the council lacks road-specific data.
Birmingham Airport Guide: Arrivals, Parking, Security & More
Everything you need to know about Birmingham Airport (BHX): arrival times, parking, security, transport links, and more. Plan your next trip with this comprehensive guide.
Cambridgeshire Road Closures: Essential Works from August 2026
Cambridgeshire County Council issues temporary traffic orders for road closures and restrictions across Cambridge and villages, enabling essential maintenance from August 2026.
Skoda tops West Midlands 2026 speed list at 137mph
A Skoda family car hit 137mph, the highest speed recorded in the West Midlands in 2026, according to police FOI data. BMW, Mercedes, and Audi follow.
Essex Road Closures August 2026: Full List
Motorists in Chelmsford, Epping Forest and Basildon face temporary road closures and clearways from August 2026. Essex County Council has published orders covering drainage, utility and tree works, with diversions and dates.
Swansea confirm Stewart won't debut vs Birmingham
Swansea boss Vitor Matos confirms new signing Ross Stewart won't make his debut against Birmingham City on Saturday, with the striker lacking match fitness.
Birmingham 30mph Roads: Speed Camera Van Spots
Birmingham police speed camera vans target new 30mph roads after speed limits cut from 40mph. Over 300 offences on A34 Walsall Road alone.
HS2 delays A38 slip road reopening; MP slams broken promise
HS2 delays A38 northbound slip road at Streethay reopening until April 2027, six months later than planned, prompting MP Dave Robertson to condemn 'another broken promise'.
Brentwood Road Closures August 2026: Full List
Essex County Council confirms August 2026 road closures in Brentwood borough, including Mountnessing, Pilgrims Hatch, Doddinghurst, Ingatestone, and Little Warley, plus A128 30mph limit.
Chelmsford Road Closures: Full List and Dates
Essex County Council has announced temporary road and footpath closures across Chelmsford areas including Springfield, Roxwell, and Boreham, starting August 2026, for essential maintenance and utility works.
A14 Cambridge: 50mph and 40mph limits as works start
National Highways imposes temporary speed limits and layby closures on A14 between Junctions 33 and 35 for four-month maintenance starting August 24, 2026.
M11 and A11 Overnight Closures for Four Months of Works
National Highways will close M11 and A11 overnight for about four months from August 10, 2026, for resurfacing and safety upgrades, with signed diversions in place.
Birmingham Airport baggage down, M6 lorry fire delays
Birmingham Airport's baggage system is down, impacting outbound luggage, while an M6 lorry fire causes 90-minute queues. Engineers are on site; no injuries reported.
New Birmingham Stations Mark Four Months Since Opening
Birmingham's newest railway stations at Kings Heath, Moseley Village and Pineapple Road mark four months since opening, with 130,000 passengers in first two months, but reliability concerns remain.
Birmingham Airport Baggage System Issue Delays Flights
Birmingham Airport warns of baggage system issue affecting outbound luggage; engineers on site to fix quickly, apologizing for inconvenience.
Birmingham Airport Baggage Issue: Engineers on Site
Birmingham Airport faces baggage system issue affecting outbound luggage; engineers on site, passengers advised to arrive as per airline advice.
Railway Stations Driving Economic Growth in Wales
A new report shows railway stations like Carmarthen and Felindre can boost jobs, housing, and tourism, with parallels to Bristol Parkway and Newquay.
M6 Lorry Fire Near Birmingham Airport Causes Delays
A lorry fire on the M6 northbound near Birmingham Airport caused 90-minute delays. No injuries reported. Fire crews extinguished the blaze; one lane reopened.
M6 Delays Near Birmingham Airport After Lorry Fire
M6 northbound near Birmingham Airport faces 90-minute delays after a lorry fire; lanes closed, airport advises extra travel time.
Lorry Fire Disrupts West Midlands Motorway
A lorry fire on the M6 caused severe delays and lane closures in the West Midlands. Emergency services attended, and drivers were advised to avoid the area.
MOT bookings surge as Burnham mulls licence points
MOT bookings surge as the Andy Burnham government considers adding penalty points and vehicle seizure for driving without a valid MOT, new data shows.
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