UK EV Charger Rollout Slows: 10% Growth in H1 2026
The UK installed 5,100 public EV chargers in H1 2026, a 10% increase, far below 2024's 40%+ growth. Experts warn of investor hesitation and policy uncertainty.
Category : Transport
EastEnders Star Stranded at Airport Over Passport Rule
EastEnders actress Tracy-Ann Oberman was denied boarding a Ryanair flight to Spain despite her passport being valid until 2027, due to EU rules on passport validity.
Rail Disruption Lichfield to Nuneaton Points Failure
A points failure between Lichfield Trent Valley and Nuneaton is causing train cancellations and delays, with disruption expected until midday.
Buses Diverted in Great Barr Amid Police Incident
Buses in Great Barr are being diverted away from a road due to a police incident. National Express West Midlands advises passengers to check for updates. The road closure is expected to cause delays.
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Black Country to Birmingham bus scheme faces fresh delays
The long-awaited Sprint bus rapid transit scheme linking the Black Country to Birmingham has been hit by fresh delays, pushing completion to 2027.
Fire Crews Contain 2,000sqm Grass Blaze at Perry Common
Fire crews successfully contained a large grass fire spanning 2,000 square metres at Perry Common Meadows in Birmingham, preventing spread to nearby properties.
Free bus pass age change July for certain birth years
The free bus pass age changes with the state pension age, affecting those born between 1960 and 1961. Eligibility now depends on birth month, with some qualifying at 66 plus months.
Birmingham Cross-City Bus Project Delayed to 2027/28
Birmingham's Cross-City Bus Scheme has been delayed, with the timeline moved to 2027/28 and a £4.2 million slippage, according to a council report.
UK Mobile Coverage Worst in G7 and EU, Which? Says
The UK ranks last in the G7 and worse than all EU countries for mobile network performance, according to Which? analysis of Opensignal data, with poor download speeds and connectivity.
Ryanair Passenger Sucked Out of Window, Wife Holds Legs
A Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki to Memmingen descended into chaos after a passenger window dislodged, reportedly sucking a man out up to his shoulders while his wife clung to his legs.
Solihull E-Scooter Rider Seriously Injured in Crash
A man in his 30s suffered potentially serious injuries after an e-scooter crash on Windward Way, Smith's Wood, Solihull at 3.30am on July 9. He was taken to Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham. Police appeal for information.
Essential Travel Only on Birmingham-Shrewsbury Line Amid Strikes
Commuters between Birmingham and Shrewsbury are advised to travel only if essential as train drivers strike over pay disputes, causing major disruptions.
CCTV Released After Man Masturbates on Metro Tram
British Transport Police have released CCTV images of a man who allegedly masturbated while staring at two women on a West Midlands Metro tram heading to West Bromwich in the early hours of May 16.
Royal Mail Delays: 17 West Midlands Postcodes Affected
Royal Mail has issued warnings for 17 West Midlands postcodes among 198 UK locations facing delivery delays due to staffing and other local issues.
Buses After Birmingham New Street Fire Evacuation
Following a train fault and evacuation at Birmingham New Street, National Express is accepting rail tickets on specific bus routes. Services are disrupted.
New Street Train Fire Sparks Major Disruption
A fault on a city train caused a fire at Birmingham New Street station, leading to evacuation and delays. Services resumed with up to 60-minute delays.
Merseyrail trains to return to public control
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram proposes returning Merseyrail to public ownership when the current concession expires in 2028, aiming for an integrated transport network.
£10m Energy Centre Arrives at Bristol Airport
Bristol Airport's new £10m low-carbon energy centre, built off-site in modules, has arrived under police escort via the M5. It will cut CO2 by 625 tonnes annually.
Birmingham New Street Evacuated After Train Fire
Birmingham New Street station was evacuated due to a train fire, closing all lines and halting services. Ticket acceptance is in place with West Midlands buses.
Birmingham Train Warning: Reduced Timetable and Busy Stations
Train passengers in Birmingham face serious timetable reductions on 10-11 July due to TSSA strikes, with no services after 7pm Friday and later starts Saturday, plus heatwave risks.
West Midlands Rail Passengers Get £1M+ in Compensation
West Midlands Railway and London Northwestern Railway paid £1,048,338.40 in Delay Repay compensation to passengers between February and May 2026, with 98,141 claims approved out of 128,709 lodged.
New Routes from Birmingham and East Midlands Airports
Birmingham and East Midlands airports announce new routes for summer 2025, including destinations in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Fire Near Sutton Coldfield School: Avoid Area
Four fire crews are tackling a blaze on Coppice View Way in Streetly, Sutton Coldfield. The cause is unknown, and residents are urged to avoid the area near Sutton Park Primary School.
Lorry crashes into bus shelter in Bridgnorth
A lorry crashed into a bus shelter in Bridgnorth on Wednesday, closing the road and causing significant damage. No injuries were reported, but the shelter was destroyed.
Moor Street 'meltdown' after train breakdown delays
A broken down train at Old Hill Station caused severe delays and platform changes at Birmingham Moor Street, with passengers redirected and services cancelled on a hot evening.
New Parking Charges at West Midlands Beauty Spots Update
Parking charges are being introduced at popular West Midlands beauty spots from April, with fees ranging from £1.50 to £3 per hour to cover maintenance costs.
Train Breakdown Delays Birmingham Rail Passengers
Rail passengers in Birmingham face delays after a train broke down near Birmingham New Street, causing disruption to services across the region.
Man Seriously Injured After Being Hit by Car in Brierley Hill
A man in his 60s suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a car on Delph Road in Brierley Hill. The driver remained at the scene and is assisting police with their enquiries.
Moor Street Station Weekend Warning: Chiltern Railways
Chiltern Railways warns of busy services at Birmingham Moor Street, Solihull, and Dorridge on 10-11 July due to West Midlands Railway industrial action and high temperatures.
Rail Delays After Trespasser on Line
Rail passengers in Birmingham are warned of delays after a trespasser was seen on the line near Birmingham New Street, causing disruption to services.
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