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Bus Diverted After Crash on Birmingham Road
A bus was diverted and roads closed after a multi-vehicle crash on a Birmingham road; emergency services responded to the incident causing significant traffic disruption.
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Luxury Yacht Docks in London with New Artwork
The world's most luxurious yacht, the Dilbar, will dock in London this summer, featuring a new artwork by British artist Damien Hirst. The 156-metre vessel is valued at £1.5 billion.
Andy Burnham Confirms £1 Train Tickets for Kids
Andy Burnham announces £1 train tickets for children under 16 as part of the Great British Summer Savings drive, aiming to reduce costs for families.
Points Failure Disrupts Birmingham-Walsall Trains
A points failure near Birmingham has caused major train disruption on services between Birmingham and Walsall, with delays and cancellations expected throughout the day.
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Villa Sign Garnacho on Loan with Obligation to Buy
Aston Villa confirm the loan signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea, with a conditional obligation to buy. The 22-year-old winger becomes Unai Emery's third summer arrival.
Offal spillage closes M6 near Stafford, all lanes reopen
All lanes on the M6 near Stafford have reopened after an offal spillage caused congestion and lane closures on Tuesday morning. Drivers faced delays as cleanup crews worked.
M42 Tamworth crash closes motorway southbound
A serious crash involving a motorbike and a car has closed the M42 southbound between J10 and J9 in Warwickshire. Emergency services, including Warwickshire Police, are at the scene. Drivers face long delays.
West Midlands Bus Changes: This Weekend's Updates
West Midlands bus services face major changes this weekend affecting routes across Birmingham and the wider region. National Express and other operators adjust timetables from Saturday.
M6 Offal Spillage Causes 80-Minute Delays
An offal spillage on the M6 near Stafford has led to 80-minute delays, with two lanes closed and miles of congestion. Emergency services are on scene for cleanup.
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Three new Black Country bus routes launch for Merry Hill
Three new National Express West Midlands bus services (25, 142, 142A) launch Sunday, July 26, serving Merry Hill, replacing Diamond Buses routes.
Save Money on Holiday Roaming with eSIMs
Using an eSIM instead of traditional roaming can cut data costs abroad by up to 90%, according to travel tech experts. Here's how to set it up.
Garnacho joins Aston Villa on loan with £43m obligation
Aston Villa have signed Alejandro Garnacho on a season-long loan from Chelsea with a conditional £43m purchase obligation. Emi Martinez previously called him a 'little treasure' after his Argentina debut.
Free Bingley Towpath Celebration Event
A free celebration event marks the completion of a major towpath transformation at Bingley Five Rise Locks, featuring widened and resurfaced paths for safer walking, wheeling, and cycling.
Cyclists ride 160 miles for £30m cancer centre
21 cyclists began a 160-mile ride from Newcastle to Eindhoven to raise funds for the Sir Bobby Robson Institute, a £30m cancer centre at Freeman Hospital.
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Lane Closure Near Merry Hill Shopping Centre
A lane closure near Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Dudley will cause delays from March 10 to 14, affecting the A4036.
TfW invests £12m in new bogie drop at Canton depot
A £12m bogie drop at Transport for Wales' Canton depot in Cardiff will allow faster maintenance of new trains, improving reliability and reducing downtime for passengers across South Wales.
TomTom Dash Cam: Live Traffic and Camera Alerts
TomTom's new dash cam offers live traffic updates and speed camera alerts, helping drivers avoid fines and navigate efficiently. Priced at £169.99, it features a 2K camera and Amazon Alexa integration.
Birmingham Airport 'Kiss-and-Fly' Fee Hits £7 for 15 Minutes
Birmingham Airport now charges £7 for 15 minutes of 'kiss-and-fly' drop-off parking, part of a UK trend where average costs rose a third this year, while EU airports charge nothing.
John Healey Urged to Scrap £210 EV Charge
Andy Burnham and Chancellor John Healey are urged to scrap a £210 pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicle drivers doing 7,000 miles a year, proposed under the eVED plan from 2028.
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Burnham £900 Plan for Driveway Households from October
Andy Burnham's £900 annual saving plan for EV owners charging at home from October 1 is praised, but concerns arise over fairness for those without driveways.
Birmingham steam train commute trial starts September
Starting September 1, a trial will see heritage steam and diesel trains connect Bewdley to Birmingham via Kidderminster, offering commuters a unique journey.
Ryanair flight diverted to Birmingham after wing problem
A Ryanair flight from Faro, Portugal to Exeter was diverted to Birmingham on July 22 after a problem with the aircraft, forcing a 160-mile detour for a longer runway.
80 English Councils Enforce Pavement Parking Ban
80 councils in England are imposing a strict pavement parking ban, while 84 allow it. The move follows new powers granted under former PM Keir Starmer, now enforced by Andy Burnham. Guide Dogs warns of dangers for the visually impaired.
Midlands Braces for Heavy Rain Over Final July Weekend
The Midlands is set for heavy downpours this weekend as a band of rain moves southeast, with up to 32mm possible in some areas, ending the recent dry spell.
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Burnham VAT Cut Saves EV Drivers £65 a Year
Households with driveways in England will save up to £65 annually as Andy Burnham temporarily removes VAT on electricity bills from 1 October, reducing charging costs for electric vehicle owners.
UK airport drop-off fees rise: most expensive charges revealed
More than three-quarters of UK airports have raised drop-off fees in the past year, with average costs up by a third. Gatwick and Stansted top the list at £10.
Royal Mail delays: West Midlands postcodes affected
Royal Mail delays hit dozens of postcodes across West Midlands, Staffordshire, and Shropshire, affecting mail delivery times for residents and businesses.
UK mandates 18 new vehicle safety features including ISA
The UK government will mandate 18 vehicle safety technologies in new cars, including intelligent speed assistance and blind-spot warnings, following a consultation with support ranging from 66.1% to 82.4%.
Drivers May Face More 20mph Limits Under New Cycling Rules
Active Travel England's new Rural Design Guide encourages councils to introduce 20mph limits and redesign roads to prioritise cyclists and pedestrians in rural areas.
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Man Found Dead in Wolverhampton Canal
A man has been confirmed dead after being found in a canal off The Chase in Wolverhampton at 9:46am today, with ambulance crews unable to save him.
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