Fastest UK speeds recorded on West Midlands roads
Drivers were caught doing 161mph on the M6 and A5 in the West Midlands, the fastest speeds in the UK last year, more than double the motorway limit.
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Heatwave Travel Warning: Train Changes Amid 35C Temperatures
East Midlands Railway advises travel before 12pm this week as heatwave brings up to 35°C, with cancellations and reduced speeds on some routes.
Man dies after fall on Midland bus in Bromyard
A 65-year-old man died days after falling from his seat on a number 420 DRM bus in Bromyard. Police appeal for witnesses as investigation launched.
Hour-Long Delays After West Midlands Motorway Crash
A crash on the West Midlands motorway caused hour-long delays. Motorists are advised to avoid the area or expect significant disruption.
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Wowcher offers the Obero Cooler Humidifier Fan, a 3-in-1 device, for £49.99, saving 50% off the RRP. The deal includes free delivery and a 14-day cooling effect.
EasyJet Birmingham to Paris: 85-Minute Flight to Europe's Most Beautiful City
EasyJet offers direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Paris in just 85 minutes, with fares starting at £30. Discover travel times, costs, and tips for visiting the French capital.
Thousands Back Bus Drivers' Aircon Campaign in West Bromwich
More than 11,000 people have signed a petition by West Bromwich bus drivers calling for air conditioning on UK buses, as temperatures rise again.
EU Warns 20 Airports Difficult for UK Tourists Under EES
The EU has identified 20 'difficult spots' for UK tourists under the EES biometric system, refusing to suspend checks despite airline pleas.
New UK Airport Rule: 1.5M Kids Can Use eGates from July 8
From July 8, children aged 8-9 can use eGates at 13 UK airports, affecting 1.5 million passport holders. The change aims to speed up border processing for families.
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Heated Airer Cuts Drying Time by 50%: Amazon's PurKeep
Amazon's PurKeep heated airer dries clothes in half the time of traditional methods, saving energy and space in Birmingham homes.
M6 Southbound Crash Closes Two Lanes in Rush Hour
Two lanes are closed on the M6 southbound between junctions 7 and 6 due to a rush hour crash, causing significant delays for Birmingham commuters.
M6 Crash Causes Rush Hour Delays Near Coventry
A multi-vehicle crash on the M6 southbound near Coventry has closed two lanes, causing 40-minute tailbacks and 4 miles of congestion during Tuesday morning rush hour.
£1 Million Paid to Delayed Midland Rail Passengers
West Midlands Trains paid over £1 million in Delay Repay compensation to passengers of West Midlands Railway and London Northwestern Railway in just three and a half months, FOI data reveals.
M42 Tamworth crash: Multi-vehicle collision closes motorway
A multi-vehicle crash on the M42 south near Tamworth has closed the road between J10 and J9, with police, paramedics and fire crews at the scene. Motorists advised to avoid area.
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M5 Hard Shoulder Abuse: 20 Drivers Prosecuted
Gloucestershire Police will prosecute 20 drivers who used the M5 hard shoulder to bypass traffic after a motorhome overturned, delaying emergency services.
Catania Airport Shuts After Etna Eruption, BA Easyjet Hit
Catania Airport in Sicily has suspended all incoming flights and blocked departures until 2 PM following Mount Etna's eruption, impacting Ryanair, British Airways, and Easyjet services.
Signal Fault Causes Train Disruption in West Midlands
A signal fault is causing disruption between two West Midlands train stations, with delays expected until late morning. Passengers are advised to check before travelling.
UK F-35 Jets Intercept Russian Aircraft Over Unsafe Moves
Two UK F-35 jets from HMS Prince of Wales intercepted a Russian Bear-F aircraft after it repeatedly approached the carrier strike group in the Norwegian Sea, with the MoD calling the activity unsafe and unprofessional.
West Midlands Railway Reduced Timetable Ahead of Strikes
West Midlands Railway will run a reduced timetable from 2-8 December due to industrial action, with trains only operating between 7am and 7pm on most routes.
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Firefighters Battle Huge Blaze at Wolverhampton Skip Firm
Around 1,000 tonnes of recycling materials caught fire at Jones Skips in Wolverhampton early Monday. Firefighters made progress by 7:30am, with roads closed and residents advised to keep windows shut.
DVSA Confirms MOT Charge Increase from Monday
From July 6, DVSA increases maximum MOT service charges for HGVs, trailers, and buses by £10-£20, marking the first rise since 2010.
Quiet Rush Hour in West Midlands After England Win
West Midlands saw a notably quiet rush hour this morning following England's World Cup victory, with reduced traffic and many workers arriving late or taking the day off.
Wolverhampton Fire: Eight Crews Battle Blaze, Avoid Area
West Midlands Fire Service has eight crews at the scene of a fire on Cross Street, Wolverhampton, issuing an 'avoid the area' warning for residents.
Free bus pass age change for post-1961 births confirmed
Anyone born after 1961 will face a later free bus pass age, aligned with rising state pension age, affecting millions born between 1961 and 1977.
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7,000 Fined Between Two Roundabouts in Birmingham
Nearly 7,000 speeding fines were issued on the stretch between Haden Circus and Fiveways in Birmingham since the start of 2026, making it the city's top speed camera hotspot.
M6 Christmas Day Speeder Fined £700
Slawomir Marciszewski, 40, was caught driving his Audi A6 at 110mph on the M6 near junction 12 on Christmas Day 2024. He was fined £461, ordered to pay costs and a surcharge totalling £304, and received six penalty points.
Mount Etna Eruption Disrupts European Flights
Mount Etna's eruption cancels flights at Catania Airport, with ash plumes spreading across Europe. ITA Airways suspends operations, and the aviation alert is raised to red.
England vs Mexico World Cup: BBC to Show Live at 1am
England face Mexico in the World Cup last-16 at the Azteca Stadium. BBC will be the sole UK broadcaster for the 1am kick-off. Prime Video's ITVX offers free trial for other matches.
Weather Rule May Delay England World Cup Match
Thunderstorms in Mexico City could delay England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico, potentially pushing the finish time past 3:55am UK time due to lightning rules.
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British travellers to Portugal or Sweden can bypass long airport queues by using the free Travel to Europe app, which pre-registers biometric data before arrival.
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