Coventry Council Can't Fine Disabled Bay Abusers
Coventry transport bosses reveal they cannot prosecute able-bodied drivers parking in advisory disabled bays, despite local petition demanding action.
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UK Snow Warning: Full List of Areas Affected Monday
The Met Office has identified widespread snow across the UK for Monday, January 26, with a 459-mile span from Stoke to Ullapool. Flurries are expected from early morning through evening.
Urgent Tyre Warning for 600,000 UK Drivers
A tyre expert issues a critical warning to over 600,000 UK motorists, emphasising tyre safety checks post-Christmas, with tips for learner drivers and the 20p test method.
Businesses Back Public Bus Takeover in West Midlands
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker discloses that business leaders during his campaign called for bus franchising, citing private operator failure and poor service alignment with employment needs.
Speed Camera Call for Coventry Roads After Incidents
Campaigners urge Coventry City Council to install average speed cameras on Duggins Lane, Tanners Lane and Station Avenue, citing traffic incidents and high speeds despite no serious injuries.
7 Longest Flights from Birmingham Airport 2026
Discover the seven longest scheduled nonstop journeys departing from Birmingham Airport in 2026, including routes to Cancun, Amritsar, Dubai, and Doha.
Birmingham Bans Pavement Parking for Safer Streets
Birmingham City Council reveals new powers to prohibit pavement parking across key areas, aiming to enhance accessibility for vulnerable residents and promote active travel.
Stop Windscreen Ice Using an Onion
Motoring experts reveal an unusual kitchen hack to prevent ice forming on car windscreens overnight, potentially saving drivers time and avoiding fines.
West Midlands Transport Review: 168 Projects Under Scrutiny
The Rosewell Review is assessing 168 transport schemes across the West Midlands to determine how best to allocate £2.4 billion in devolved funding, with decisions expected by Autumn.
Farm Shop Threatened by Four-Year M6 Closure
Westmorland Farmshop at Tebay Services warns that a four-year M6 junction closure could devastate its business and local economy, with 400 jobs at risk.
DVLA Warns 8 Million Drivers of Car Tax Hike
The DVLA has issued a warning to eight million motorists about Vehicle Excise Duty increases set for April 2026, with details sent via new Driver and Vehicles accounts.
1 in 5 Drivers Break Road Laws in Emergencies
Over half of UK drivers believe it's acceptable to break road laws during emergencies, but experts warn all violations remain illegal and carry serious penalties including fines and vehicle seizure.
Council Under Fire Over Parking Permit Scheme
Birmingham City Council has come under fire for a new parking permit scheme that has sparked outrage among residents and local businesses.
M20 Kent Closure: 130,000 Drivers Impacted Overnight
A critical section of the M20 motorway in Kent, used by approximately 130,000 vehicles daily, will shut down overnight. The eastbound exit slip at Junction 11A near Folkestone closes from 6pm Saturday to 4am Sunday, with diversions expected to cause signi
Two Counties Escape UK Snow Bomb as West Midlands Hit
Weather maps reveal only Cornwall and Devon will avoid heavy snowfall hitting the UK on January 27, while the West Midlands faces significant disruption from incoming winter conditions.
Mandatory Eye Tests Proposed for Elderly UK Drivers
The Labour government launches consultation on regular eye checks for drivers over 70, potentially affecting millions of older motorists' licences.
Birmingham Pavement Parking Slammed as 'Dangerous' by Police
West Midlands Police has issued a stark warning about dangerous pavement parking in Birmingham, sharing images of vehicles blocking pedestrian routes and creating blind spots at junctions.
Better Bus Marketing Urged to Attract Car Users
Solihull councillor Andrew Burrow criticises poor marketing of subsidised bus routes as studies examine why drivers shun public transport despite convenient services.
Wizz Air Adds Timișoara Route from Birmingham Airport
Wizz Air announces a new twice-weekly service from Birmingham Airport to Timișoara, Romania, starting May 2026, with fares from £22.99.
Flying Scotsman Birmingham Timetable & Viewing Spots
Complete guide to Flying Scotsman departure times from Birmingham Moor Street and Snow Hill during half term. Find free viewing spots and ticket details.
Birmingham New Street Major Works Begin
Major transformation works have commenced on Birmingham's busiest street, New Street, as part of a city-wide public realm improvement project set to take two years.
Speed Camera Van Hotspots in West Midlands Revealed
New data exposes the West Midlands roads where police speed camera vans are most active, issuing thousands of fines to drivers caught speeding in high-risk areas.
Morrisons Launches 'Quieter Hour' for Neurodiverse Shoppers
Morrisons supermarket has introduced a new 'Quieter Hour' initiative, reducing noise and lighting to create a calmer shopping environment for neurodiverse customers and those with sensory sensitivities.
BST 2026: Clocks Go Forward Date Announced
The official date for the clocks moving forward to mark British Summer Time in 2026 has been confirmed, bringing lighter evenings and a shift in sunset times for Birmingham and beyond.
West Midlands Leaders Demand More Rail Services
Local leaders call for increased train services across the West Midlands to enhance connectivity and drive economic growth, following a new devolved powers agreement.
Track Fracture Suspected in Spain Rail Crash That Killed 45
Preliminary findings from the Spanish rail crash investigation indicate track fractures as the likely cause, with 45 fatalities and over 150 injuries reported. Detailed analysis continues.
UK Faces -12C Arctic Blast in February Freeze
Weather maps indicate a severe -12C polar freeze will hit the UK on February 3, bringing heavy snow and wintry conditions across Scotland and northern England.
Driver Jailed for Fatal 'Maniac' Crash on Aston Expressway
Saqlane Zafar has been sentenced to 15 years for causing the death of student Ryan Sandhu in a high-speed collision on Birmingham's A38(M), described by the judge as 'as bad as it can get'.
West Midlands Snow: 6.4cm Forecast for Staffordshire Towns
Weather maps reveal widespread snowfall across the West Midlands on January 27, with Birmingham, the Black Country, and Staffordshire facing accumulations up to 6.4cm in Uttoxeter.
Life-Changing Injuries in Castle Bromwich Crash
A woman sustained serious, potentially life-changing injuries in a two-car collision on Chester Road in Castle Bromwich, requiring emergency extraction and hospital treatment.
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