Midland Metro tram breaks down in West Bromwich rush hour

A broken-down tram at Kenrick Park has halted all Midland Metro services between West Bromwich Central and Handsworth Booth Street, causing major disruption. Passengers are advised to use their tickets on National Express West Midlands buses. #Birmingham

West Midlands Metro fines rise tenfold to £100

Penalty fares on the West Midlands Metro will increase tenfold from £10 to £100 in the new year as part of a major crackdown on fare evasion and a new 'buy before you board' policy.

M5 crash: Van overturn causes 90-minute delays

A driver suffered potentially serious injuries after a collision caused a van to overturn on the M5 in Worcestershire. The incident led to 90-minute delays and 7-mile tailbacks during rush hour.

Taxi Tax: 20% VAT to Push Fares Up by 15%

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget introduces a 20% VAT on private hire vehicles, dubbed the 'taxi tax'. Firms warn it will increase fares by 15%, impacting Uber and Bolt users. Read the full story.

New EV Tax: 3p-Per-Mile Charge from 2028

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles starting April 2028. Find out how this will impact drivers and the industry.

HMRC Demands £8,165 from UK Households

UK households earning over £50,000 face £8,165 tax demands due to frozen thresholds. Discover the impact on savings and capital gains and how to protect your finances.

Pay-Per-Mile EV Tax Confirmed in Budget Leak

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget will introduce a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles from 2028, as confirmed by a leaked OBR forecast. Discover how this and other tax changes will impact you.

New EV Tax Could Force Drivers to Give Up Cars

A proposed pay-per-mile tax could make electric vehicles more expensive than petrol cars, with two in five drivers reconsidering the switch. Discover the survey findings.

Teenager dies after falling ill on school bus

A 15-year-old boy has tragically died after becoming unwell on a school bus in Dunfermline. Police are investigating the unexplained death as the school offers support.

New pay-per-mile tax charge for EV drivers

Chancellor Rachel Reeves to unveil pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles in the Budget, with drivers potentially paying 3p per mile. Find out how this affects you.

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