Three Killed in Devon Navy Helicopter Crash Included UK's Only Female Commando
Three Royal Navy personnel died in a Merlin Mk4 helicopter crash in Devon. Among them was Lt Lily-Mae Fisher, the UK's only female commando.
Category : Transport
Trams Disrupted in Birmingham Due to Police Incident
Tram services in Birmingham faced major disruption after a police incident near the city centre. Services were suspended between Bull Street and The Hawthorns, causing delays for commuters.
Jet2 Confirms Group Luggage Pooling Rule
Jet2 confirms group luggage pooling rule: passengers can share weight allowance as long as total limit is not exceeded and no bag is over 32kg.
WW2 Bomb Detonated in Coventry After 96 Homes Evacuated
Watch the moment a WW2 bomb was detonated in Coventry after 96 homes were evacuated. 37 residents and a dog were housed overnight as the device was made safe.
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Amazon Same-Day Grocery Delivery Expands to Birmingham
Amazon expands same-day delivery to Birmingham, offering fresh groceries in 30 minutes or less. Prime members get free delivery on orders over £20.
20 Councils Excluding Homes from New EV Driveway Rule
Twenty councils in the UK do not permit EV charging gullies, forcing residents to pay more for public charging despite government promises to ease rules.
Drivers Back National 20mph Speed Limit in England Plan
Motorists support a nationwide 20mph speed limit and driving licence restrictions to reduce road deaths. A new Road Safety Strategy under the Labour government is under scrutiny.
Driver dies after car hits tree in Smethwick crash
A male driver has died after his car collided with a tree in Smethwick early Thursday. Paramedics found him critical, but he was pronounced dead at the scene despite life support efforts.
Car Crash Outside The Hawthorns Blocks A41 in West Bromwich
A car crash on the A41 Birmingham Road outside The Hawthorns in West Bromwich caused major delays during rush hour on June 4. The road was blocked for over an hour, with traffic backed up to the M5 roundabout.
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St Andrew's Pitch Makeover Ahead of Blues Pre-Season
Birmingham City's St Andrew's pitch undergoes summer renovations after 44 matches last season, preparing for the 2026/27 Championship campaign.
Cornwall Airport to Launch Tenerife Charter Flights in 2027
Cornwall Airport Newquay partners with Murray Travel to offer direct charter flights to Tenerife in March 2027, meeting demand for winter sun destinations.
A41 Blocked Near The Hawthorns Causing M5 Delays
A major route outside The Hawthorns in West Bromwich is blocked due to an incident, causing delays on the A41 Birmingham Road and M5 Junction 1.
A41 Blocked Near M5 After Incident at The Hawthorns
A major route outside The Hawthorns in West Bromwich is blocked due to an incident, causing delays near M5 Junction 1. Drivers advised to plan ahead.
Metro Services Resume After Signal Failure
West Midlands Metro services have resumed after a signal failure caused delays between Wolverhampton and Birmingham. Normal service is now operating.
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Two hospitalised after car hits tree in Wolverhampton
A man and a woman were seriously injured when a silver Peugeot 208 collided with a tree in Bilston, Wolverhampton. Police appeal for witnesses.
A361 Somerset Closes for Summer for Traffic Light Work
A vital road across the Somerset Levels, the A361 in Burrowbridge, will shut from late July to early September for traffic light replacement, with a 21-mile diversion for motorists.
Broken Rail Disrupts Shrewsbury-Birmingham Trains
A broken rail near Wellington causes severe delays and cancellations on services between Shrewsbury and Birmingham. Passengers advised to check before traveling.
West Midlands Towns Miss UK 32C Heatwave
Weather maps show a 32C heatwave hitting the UK mid-June, but West Midlands towns like Birmingham, Solihull, and Wolverhampton will miss out.
UK Braces for 32C Heatwave: Exact Date and Counties Revealed
The UK is set for another heatwave with temperatures reaching 32°C from June 15-16. Over 20 counties, including Yorkshire and Kent, will see highs above 30°C.
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14 UK Counties to Miss 32C Heatwave – Full List
Maps show 32C heatwave hitting UK within days, but 14 counties including Lancashire, Cumbria, and Devon will miss out. Full list and BBC forecast.
Walsall Group Opposes Takeaway's 3am Opening Plan
A peri-peri takeaway in Walsall could open until 3am daily, but a community group objects over noise, litter, and disturbance to nearby flats.
Digbeth venue slams new delays to Metro works
Nortons owner Peter Connolly calls for urgent completion of Eastside Metro Extension, citing loss of trade, reduced visibility, and safety concerns as delays continue.
New Electric Bus Depot Planned for Kitts Green
Plans for a new electric bus depot in Kitts Green, Birmingham, have been submitted as part of a major overhaul of the West Midlands bus network to a franchise model.
Brits face £2,600 fines for Spain's six-drink rule
British tourists risk fines up to £2,600 for violating Spain's six-drink limit in the Balearic Islands. Travel expert warns of strict enforcement and new alcohol restrictions.
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Download 2026 Road Closures Around Donington Park
Download Festival 2026 returns to Donington Park with a full list of road closures. Plan your travel around Leicestershire to avoid delays.
Holidaymakers Warned of Over 24-Hour UK Entry Delays
Travelers report waiting over 24 hours for UK electronic travel authorisations, causing missed flights and frustration ahead of summer.
Best Cabin Bags for Ryanair Summer Flights
Travel writer recommends four cabin bags for Ryanair flights this summer, focusing on size, durability, and value.
£435 Pay-Per-Mile Tax for EV Drivers Doing 8,000 Miles
Rachel Reeves announces a 3p per mile charge for EVs from 2028, adding to VED. Drivers doing 8,000 miles face £435 annual cost, sparking fairness concerns.
Armed Police Ram M5 Knifeman to Prevent Wrong-Way Crash
Police released footage of armed officers ramming a knifeman's car as he tried to drive the wrong way on the M5, preventing a potential catastrophe.
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Man dies after car crashes into Tipton building
A man died after a car crashed into a building in Tipton. Six others, including a woman, two boys, two girls, and a cyclist, were injured in the incident on High Street.
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