Rachel Reeves Confirms £115 Road Tax for Post-2017 Cars
Rachel Reeves announces a £115 VED charge for cars registered after 2017, affecting low-emission vehicles. The new rate applies from April 2025.
Category : Transport
HS2 Viaduct Installed Over Birmingham Rail Line
A major milestone for HS2 as a 160-metre viaduct is installed over a Birmingham railway line, bringing the high-speed rail project closer to completion.
Rail Line Reopens After Tree Fall Between Wolverhampton and Birmingham
The rail line between Wolverhampton and Birmingham has reopened after a fallen tree caused major delays. Services are now running normally again.
EasyJet captain wrestles drunk passenger on flight
An easyJet captain wrestled a disruptive passenger to the ground on a flight from Luton to Amsterdam, delaying the flight by nearly four hours.
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Tree on power lines causes rail delays in West Midlands
A tree falling onto overhead power lines has caused significant train delays between Wolverhampton and Sandwell & Dudley stations, disrupting services for commuters.
AI Cameras: £200 Fine and 6 Points for Phone Use
AI cameras across England now detect phone use and seatbelt violations, leading to £200 fines and six penalty points for drivers caught.
RAF Cosford Air Show 2026 Live Stream Announced
The RAF Cosford Air Show 2026 will be streamed live online, allowing aviation enthusiasts worldwide to watch from home.
HS2 exhumed 9,000 bodies in Birmingham, only 5,000 reburied
HS2 exhumed 9,000 bodies from Park Street Burial Ground for Curzon Street station. Only 5,000 have been reburied; 4,000 remain in storage.
Drivers Defy Pay-Per-Mile Tax: 31% Reluctant to Go Electric
Rachel Reeves confirms a 3p per mile charge for EVs from 2028, costing £300 for 10,000 miles. 31% of drivers are now less likely to switch to electric.
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Lane Closure After Manhole Collapse in Birmingham
A lane closure remains in place on a Birmingham road following a collapsed manhole, causing traffic disruption. Repairs are ongoing.
Plan Ahead Warning for RAF Cosford Airshow 2026
Motorists are being urged to plan ahead as RAF Cosford Airshow 2026 is expected to cause significant traffic disruption in the West Midlands.
HS2 Still Has 4,000 Bodies in Storage After Birmingham Excavation
Eight years after excavation began at Park Street Burial Ground for HS2's Curzon Street station, 4,000 bodies remain in storage, awaiting reburial at Witton Cemetery.
Drivers Oppose New 20mph Speed Limit Proposals
A new survey reveals 66% of UK motorists are against reducing 30mph roads to 20mph, citing speed concerns and practicality issues.
70 Years Since M6 Motorway Construction Started
Discover 10 fascinating photos celebrating 70 years since work began on the M6, the UK's first motorway, a milestone in British transport history.
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Shoppers told to stop using parent and child bays at certain age
Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, and Sainsbury's drivers must stop using parent and child parking at a certain age or face a fine. The RAC says bays are for children under 12.
Drivers Born Before 1955 Face Two Mandatory New Tests
The DfT is consulting on mandatory eyesight and cognitive tests for drivers born before 1955, aiming to improve road safety and public eye health.
HMRC confirms 26p per mile rule for petrol drivers
HMRC has updated advisory fuel rates for company cars, setting 26p per mile for petrol cars over 2000cc from June to September 2026.
Major A5 Closure Tonight Near M6 Junction 12
The A5 will be closed tonight between Gailey Roundabout and M6 Junction 12 for essential roadworks. Diversions will be in place.
UK households without driveways get £500 boost for EV chargers
The UK government has increased the grant for home EV chargers from £350 to £500 for households without driveways, renters, flat owners, and businesses, covering nearly half the installation cost until March 2027.
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Mobile speed camera locations in Wales June 2026
GoSafe publishes exact locations of mobile speed camera vans and motorcycles across Wales for June 2026, including holiday destinations.
Major M42 and M6 closures this summer for HS2 works
Drivers warned of significant M42 and M6 closures this summer due to HS2 construction, with diversions in place across the West Midlands.
West Midlands Rail Disruption Sunday Engineering Works
Passengers face delays and cancellations on West Midlands rail services this Sunday as Network Rail carries out essential engineering works across the region.
Wolverhampton to Birmingham Tram: A Commuting Revelation
A commuter shares their experience taking the tram from Wolverhampton to Birmingham, highlighting convenience and speed, and regrets not using it sooner.
Birmingham Rail Disruption: Cancelled and Diverted Services
Engineering works near Coventry will cause cancellations, diversions, and replacement buses on multiple rail services to and from Birmingham this Sunday.
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Largest EV Charging Programme: 17,000 New Chargers in Hampshire
Hampshire to get 17,000 new EV chargers in the largest government-funded programme, supported by Believ. Installations start later this year.
World Cup warning: One in four Brits may drink and drive
A new survey reveals one in four Brits know someone likely to drink and drive during the World Cup, with late-night kick-offs and extended pub hours raising concerns.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £135 Charge for PHEV Drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces a £135 first-year VED rate for plug-in hybrid vehicles emitting 51-75g/km CO₂, with pay-per-mile tax set for 2028.
HMRC Confirms 15p Rule for EV Drivers Before 3p Tax
HMRC confirms a 15p advisory fuel rate for electric vehicles ahead of the 2028 introduction of a 3p per-mile car tax for EVs, known as eVED.
Passengers Freed from Locked Olton Station After Hour Ordeal
Around 22 passengers were trapped inside Olton Station for over an hour after the last train. Police and fire crews had to force open the shutters to free them.
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RAF Cosford Air Show 2026: Road Closures and Travel Guide
Plan your visit to RAF Cosford Air Show 2026 with details on road closures, travel routes, and event highlights. Essential info for attendees.
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