Eight English Counties Brace for Snow Next Week
Met Office forecasts wintry conditions returning to England with eight counties potentially seeing snow on Monday and Tuesday as colder easterly winds develop.
Category : Transport
Midlands Snow Warning: 36-Hour Blizzard Forecast
The Midlands faces a severe winter storm with up to 27 inches of snow predicted across the UK, starting Monday evening and peaking on Tuesday.
Burton Cycleway Project Moves to Stage Two
Staffordshire County Council progresses the £1.2m Burton town centre cycleway extension, creating a new two-way track linking the railway station to the Town Hall, with current road closures and traffic diversions in place.
Fuel Duty Hits £18.5bn as EV Demand Slows
HMRC data reveals fuel duty receipts reached £18.5 billion between April and December 2025, marking the first increase in two years amid concerns about slowing electric vehicle adoption.
Liverpool Public Buses: Stagecoach & Go North West Named
Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram confirms Stagecoach and Go North West will operate the first publicly-controlled bus services in the Liverpool City Region for decades.
Air Antilles Files for Bankruptcy After Flight Suspensions
French airline Air Antilles has filed for bankruptcy at a Guadeloupe court after suspending flights in December 2025, affecting routes to Caribbean destinations like Barbados.
Storm Ingrid: Costly Car Repair Warning for Drivers
UK drivers warned to protect vehicles from Storm Ingrid's heavy rain and 60mph winds to avoid expensive damp repairs, mould health risks, and insurance issues.
EDF £50 Credit for EV Tariff Sign-Ups in February
EDF is providing a £50 credit to both new and existing customers who sign up for any of its electric vehicle tariffs by 15th February, offering cheaper overnight electricity and zero-carbon energy.
Highway Code Audiobook Aids Sleep Learning
Drivers can now learn new Highway Code rules through a bedtime story audiobook narrated by Vicki Butler-Henderson, backed by sleep science research.
Used Nissan Leaf Five Times Cheaper Than Rivals, Says RAC
The RAC highlights the Nissan Leaf as an affordable used electric car, costing around £1,700—five times less than competitors like the MG 5, making EV transition accessible.
Octopus Energy EV Insurance Discounts Launch Spring 2026
Octopus EV partners with Admiral Pioneer to offer smarter, personalised insurance for electric vehicle drivers, with average savings of £550 expected from spring 2026.
UK Snow Bomb: 25 Inches Forecast for 21 Counties
New weather models predict a major snow event hitting the UK from January 27, with 21 English counties facing significant snowfall and Scotland expecting up to 25 inches.
Birmingham Braces for 13cm Snow Blitz Next Week
Birmingham faces a severe three-hour snow blitz on Tuesday, with 13cm forecast to fall during rush hour, causing major travel disruption across the West Midlands.
Three Counties Escape UK Snow Bomb as Maps Show Widespread Impact
New weather maps reveal three English counties will avoid a major 388-mile snow system hitting the UK on January 27, while many areas face up to 18 hours of snowfall.
Wolverhampton Driving Test Centre to Clear Backlog
Plans submitted for a new DVSA driving test centre at Wolverhampton Science Park to address urgent demand and reduce waiting times of up to six months.
UK Driving Law Changes 2026: What You Need to Know
A comprehensive guide to the upcoming UK driving law changes in 2026, covering digital licences, electric car tax, MOT enforcement, and more. Stay informed to avoid penalties.
EV Grant Used by 50,000 as New Road Tax Looms
Over 50,000 motorists have claimed the £3,750 Electric Car Grant, but a 3p-per-mile tax from 2028 and falling used EV values raise financial doubts for UK drivers.
TfL Admits LTNs Increased Congestion in Some Areas
Transport for London officials have told the London Assembly Transport Committee that Low Traffic Neighbourhoods have increased congestion for private cars on some streets while defending their overall benefits.
New Inclusive Playground Range Launched by Creative Play
Creative Play has launched its Play For All inclusive playground range, developed through a two-year collaboration with a specialist SEN school in Manchester, featuring accessible towers and sensory components.
New Drink-Drive Law Impacts Mobility Scooter Users
Government plans to lower the alcohol limit for drivers will also apply to mobility scooter users, affecting up to 350,000 people across Britain under existing legal classifications.
Plymouth Barton Road Experimental Traffic Order
Plymouth City Council introduces an experimental traffic regulation order for Barton Road, implementing no waiting and limited waiting restrictions, with a six-month consultation period.
Dudley Metro Line Gets Definitive August Opening Date
Dudley Council confirms the new West Midlands Metro line will open to passengers on August 28, 2026, following repeated delays that have impacted town centre businesses.
Dudley Metro Opening Date Set for August 28
Dudley councillors announce the Midlands Metro tramline will open to passengers on August 28, following multiple delays that have impacted town centre businesses.
West Midlands Bus Network to be Franchised
Mayor Richard Parker defends plans to franchise the region's bus network, citing private sector failures and economic necessity.
Midlands Towns Face 5cm Snow as Weather Maps Reveal Arrival
A 277-mile wall of snow is set to sweep across England on Tuesday, blanketing West Midlands towns including Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and Coventry with up to 5cm.
West Midlands Bus Franchising 'Necessity' Says Mayor
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker defends plans to franchise bus services, citing private operator failures and business community demands for reliable public transport.
Baby Dies in A1 Crash After Car Hits Ice from Blocked Pipe
A coroner has issued a Prevention of Future Deaths report after a seven-month-old boy died when his family's car hit ice caused by a blocked drainage pipe on the A1 in Lincolnshire.
Driving Test Cheating Rises 50% in UK
New data reveals a shocking 50% increase in driving test cheating across England, Scotland and Wales, with over 1,100 cases involving Bluetooth technology and impersonation attempts.
Drivers Set for Refunds After Faulty Speed Cameras
Over 2,600 motorists could receive compensation after National Highways identified erroneous camera activations on motorways and A roads since 2021.
Essential Winter Item Drivers Must Carry from Monday
Motoring experts warn drivers to prepare for freezing conditions by keeping a scraper and de-icer in their vehicles, with snow forecast and temperatures plummeting.
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