Petrol prices in the UK have soared to as high as 169.9p per litre, with motorists facing long queues and some stations running out of fuel due to Middle East tensions. Panic buying and sharp overnight price rises are reported across regions.
Motoring experts urge drivers to avoid panic-buying as Middle East tensions threaten fuel costs, with current prices still lower than last year and ample supply available.
UK petrol prices have surged to 170p per litre at some forecourts, with shortages reported at BP and Tesco garages. Queues of over 90 cars have been seen in northern England, as the Middle East crisis impacts supply.
Car experts warn drivers about serious consequences for improperly storing extra fuel at home amid long forecourt queues and rising prices due to Middle East tensions.
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EasyJet, TUI, and British Airways have cancelled multiple flights to Cyprus after the Foreign Office updated travel advice due to regional security risks following a drone incident at RAF Akrotiri.
Birmingham Council announces further work needed on Kings Heath Low Traffic Neighbourhood phase two, disappointing campaigners who urge faster action for road safety.
Severe traffic delays of up to two hours reported on the M6 northbound after a lorry spilled offal across the carriageway, closing three lanes and causing nine-mile congestion.
Multiple UK petrol stations report fuel shortages as US-Iran tensions disrupt oil supplies, sparking queues and fears of record pump price hikes.
Experts warn a looming lithium shortage could delay the UK's transition to electric vehicles, jeopardizing the 2030 petrol and diesel car sales ban. Global demand is set to skyrocket, outstripping supply by the mid-2030s.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism as plans reveal a fuel duty increase from September 2026, raising costs for motorists amid economic pressures.
Millions of drivers will see vehicle excise duty rise to £200, with luxury car owners paying an extra £425. Electric vehicles are no longer exempt, and a pay-per-mile tax is planned for 2028.
Massive queues of up to 100 cars are forming at UK petrol stations as drivers face hour-long waits due to fuel shortages and price hikes linked to Middle East tensions.
Emirates has resumed 45 repatriation flights from Dubai, including to Birmingham, after disruptions due to the Middle East war. Passengers must wait for airline confirmation before heading to the airport.
Cycle parking at West Midlands bus and rail stations has fallen sharply, with data showing a drop from 785 to 629 counts. Authorities link this to a crackdown on illegal e-motorbikes and ongoing theft concerns, prompting new campaigns to boost usage.
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Residents in Barston village fear being cut off as the historic Barston Bridge faces potential closure due to safety concerns. Council officers confirm no money is available for the £2 million replacement needed to keep it open to traffic.
New survey data reveals West Midlands Railway achieved the highest overall passenger satisfaction at 90%, but scored lower on value for money. The findings will be presented to transport officials next week.
Thousands of airline passengers are stranded in the Middle East due to conflict, with some wealthy travellers paying up to £175,000 for private charter flights to Europe via safer airports.
A police incident has closed the M5 southbound between junctions 18 and 19 near Bristol, leading to significant traffic delays. Emergency services are on scene, with the northbound carriageway remaining open.
A United States Air Force plane was seen flying over Stoke-on-Trent, following RAF activity and amid UK-US military coordination in the Middle East.
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Drivers are advised against panic buying as oil prices rise due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, with experts predicting gradual pump price increases in coming weeks.
Airline ticket prices for Europe-Asia flights have surged dramatically following the closure of key Middle Eastern hubs like Dubai International Airport due to ongoing conflict. Over 1,800 flights are cancelled, with airlines adjusting routes and offering
British Airways has issued an update on flights from Middle Eastern destinations, including Dubai and Tel Aviv, amid regional airspace closures. The airline will operate a special flight from Muscat to London.
West Midlands Police has released the full list of 48 mobile speed camera sites across Birmingham for March 2026, targeting key roads to enhance road safety.
Air travel across the Middle East faces severe disruption as nearly 2,000 flights are cancelled today due to escalating regional conflict, leaving many travellers stranded.
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Jet2, TUI, EasyJet, and Wizz Air have issued urgent travel guidance following updated Foreign Office advice amid the Iran conflict, affecting flights to Cyprus, Turkey, and Gulf nations.
Flights and holidays to Cyprus and the UAE face cancellations due to missile strikes and drone attacks in the region. The Foreign Office warns of significant security risks and travel disruption.
British Airways, Emirates, Etihad, and Virgin Atlantic have issued urgent updates for UK tourists in the UAE and Middle East following Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper's Commons statement on the escalating regional situation.
Major carriers including Emirates, British Airways, TUI, easyJet, and Virgin Atlantic provide crucial updates on suspended services to Middle Eastern destinations, with thousands of flights cancelled due to escalating regional tensions.
The Foreign Office advises against all but essential travel to the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar amid regional instability, affecting thousands of British nationals.
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Experts warn against cancelling flights to Cyprus or the UAE amid Middle East conflict, as you may lose refund rights. Here's what to do if your trip is affected.
