New £300 Charge for Drivers Doing 10,000 Miles Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, with charges of up to £300 annually for high-mileage drivers from 2028.
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Nurse's Snow Parking Fine Cancelled After Media Steps In
A Birmingham district nurse was fined £100 for parking outside a bay in a snow-covered car park. The parking operator rejected her appeal until BirminghamLive intervened, forcing them to cancel the charge.
£40 Fuel Savings for State Pensioners via New Scheme
England's state pensioners are set to benefit from £40 annual savings at petrol pumps through the government-backed Fuel Finder initiative, which mandates real-time price updates.
Woman Harassed Twice on Public Transport Demands Change
A 22-year-old woman shares her terrifying experiences of harassment on trains between Wolverhampton and Birmingham, questioning why women must travel in fear.
Birmingham Bus Lane Fines Surge After Camera Change
Thousands of drivers have been penalised on Broad Street after Birmingham City Council repositioned a bus lane camera to improve enforcement accuracy.
Caledonian Sleeper Review: Birmingham to Highlands
A journalist's overnight journey on the Caledonian Sleeper from Birmingham International to Inverness reveals the reality of train-sleeping, from cosy cabins to stunning Scottish scenery.
West Midlands Road Safety Commissioner Pushes Vision Zero
Dr Mat MacDonald, West Midlands Road Safety Commissioner, outlines ambitious plans to eliminate road deaths by 2040 through speed enforcement, infrastructure changes and sustainable transport promotion.
Hidden Cameras and Dashcams Transform Road Policing
Police forces across the UK are increasingly utilising dashcam footage and hidden camera technology to prosecute dangerous drivers, creating a new era of public-assisted road safety enforcement.
DVLA Eyesight Licence Revocations in 2026
The DVLA will cancel driving licences in 2026 over eyesight conditions, with over 35,000 banned recently. New mandatory tests for over-70s may increase revocations.
Red Light Cameras Return to West Midlands After 14 Years
New red light cameras are set to be installed in the West Midlands to combat dangerous driving, part of a broader strategy aiming for zero road deaths by 2040.
Wizz Air Tops UK Airline Complaint Charts
Analysis of Civil Aviation Authority data reveals Wizz Air received 918 complaints per million passengers, far exceeding Ryanair and British Airways, with over 43,000 total grievances lodged.
A4545 Closed Near Airport Due to Flooding
The A4545 in the West Midlands is closed in both directions near Birmingham Airport due to severe flooding, causing major traffic disruption for travellers and businesses.
Flooding Closes Roads in Birmingham and West Midlands
Heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding across Birmingham and the West Midlands, forcing road closures including a key route to Birmingham Airport. Multiple warnings are in effect.
M6 Drug Driver Arrested After Police Tactical Stop
Staffordshire Police arrested a driver suspected of drug driving on the M6 motorway following a reported incident. The passenger was also wanted by authorities.
Popular Cars Banned from Car Parks Over Length Rule
Owners of seven popular car models face parking bans in council car parks across five UK authorities due to new vehicle length restrictions exceeding 5 metres.
Family Urges Mandatory Driving Retests Every Decade
A grieving family calls for all drivers to retake tests every 10 years after a fatal crash involving an older motorist, sparking a national safety debate.
New Rules Proposed to Tackle Dazzling Headlights
The UK government is considering new driving regulations to address the growing problem of blinding headlights, following research showing 92% of motorists have been dazzled.
Midlands Flight Instructor Killed in Rochdale Plane Crash
Arian Abbasi, a 36-year-old pilot from Harrow, and another man died after their aircraft crashed in Rochdale farmland. Abbasi taught flying lessons at Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green Airport.
Highway Code Review Planned by Labour Government
The Labour government is considering further updates to the Highway Code, acknowledging that more work is needed to improve road safety for all users following the 2022 changes.
£1,000 Fine Warning for Headlight Flashing Drivers
Motorists could face £1,000 penalties for misusing headlights to signal other drivers, with experts warning this common practice violates Highway Code rules.
New Police Unit Targets Five Deadly Driving Offences
Sussex Police introduces the Fatal Five Unit, a specialised team focusing on drink-driving, speeding, seatbelt neglect, distraction, and careless driving to reduce serious collisions.
Car Parcel Shelf Theft Warning for UK Drivers
Motorists across Britain are being warned about a surge in parcel shelf thefts from vehicle boots. Experts reveal these specific car parts are targeted for their high resale value online.
Three-Minute Windscreen Defrosting Sequence Revealed
Motoring experts share the precise button-pushing order that can clear icy windscreens in just three minutes as temperatures are set to plummet across the UK.
Labour Road Safety Plan Faces Realism Inquiry
The Transport Committee launches inquiry into Labour's Road Safety Strategy, questioning its realism and effectiveness in reducing fatalities by 65% by 2035.
£200 Car Tax Blow for Millions of UK Drivers
Millions of motorists face a £5 increase in vehicle tax to £200 annually from April 2026, with electric vehicle owners also impacted by new charges.
Daily Highway Code Breaks: Drivers Unaware of Headlight Rules
Many drivers in the UK are breaking the Highway Code daily by flashing headlights to signal or thank others, unaware this can lead to fines up to £1,000 for safety reasons.
£2,500 Fine Risk for Windscreen Wiper Mistakes
Millions of UK drivers risk substantial fines and penalty points for failing to maintain windscreen wipers and washer fluid, with MOT data revealing widespread non-compliance.
Elderly Drivers Hit by 2026 Pavement Parking Rules
The Department for Transport announces stronger powers for councils to tackle pavement parking across England, with elderly drivers and vulnerable pedestrians among those most affected by the new regulations.
West Midlands Pothole Crisis: £240M Road Repair Funding
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker proposes doubling highways maintenance funding to £240 million for six councils from 2027 to tackle the region's pothole crisis.
Rotten Egg Smell in Car? February Warning for Drivers
Motorists are urged to take action if they detect a rotten egg odour in their vehicles this February, as it signals potential battery damage and safety risks.
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