HMRC £900 fines for late Self Assessment tax returns
HMRC warns of £900 maximum fines for missing the 31 January Self Assessment deadline. Nearly 340,000 have already paid via the app. File and pay now to avoid penalties.
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Blue Badge holders risk £1,000 fines for missed renewal
Blue Badge holders must renew permits manually or risk £1,000 penalties. Apply three months before expiry. Government clarifies rules for fluctuating conditions like Parkinson's.
HMRC alert: File Self Assessment by Jan 31 or face £100 fine
HMRC warns Self Assessment taxpayers of an immediate £100 penalty for missing the January 31, 2026 deadline, even if no tax is owed. Act now to avoid escalating fines.
Birmingham Airport hit by flight delays twice in 3 days
Storm Goretti caused major travel disruption at Birmingham Airport, leading to runway closure, power outages, and over 20 flight cancellations and diversions. Read the latest updates.
easyJet's new free evening bag drop at Birmingham Airport
easyJet introduces a free Twilight Bag Drop service at Birmingham Airport for early morning flyers, plus discounted parking. Save time and travel easier this winter.
HMRC: Automatic £100 penalty for missed tax deadline
HMRC urges taxpayers to file online by 31 Jan 2026 as app use surges 65%. Miss the deadline and face an automatic £100 fine. Pay via the HMRC app now.
London petrol stations to stop stocking diesel fuel
A new report forecasts the 'Death of Diesel' as London filling stations plan to stop selling the fuel this decade. Discover the impact on nine million drivers and the shift to electric vehicles.
Nationwide Pavement Parking Ban for England Announced
The Government unveils new powers for councils to ban pavement parking across England, aiming to improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians. Find out how it will work.
Labour mulls public EV charge cost cuts for drivers without driveways
The Labour government is reviewing public EV charging costs to help drivers without driveways, tackling the so-called 'pavement tax'. Could VAT cuts and lower network charges be on the way?
Volvo EX30 EV charging limit warning over fire risk
Volvo urges EX30 owners to limit charging to 70% due to a potential battery overheating issue. The safety alert affects specific models built from 2024-2026.
New cognitive tests proposed for older drivers
The Labour government is consulting on mandatory eyesight tests for drivers aged 70+, with future 'cognitive' assessments planned. Have your say on the new road safety proposals.
Mum fined for 18-hour parking after 10-minute shop
A Nottingham mother was left 'dumbfounded' after receiving a £100 parking fine for an alleged 18-hour stay during a brief shopping trip. She is fighting the charge, with campaigners warning of a widespread issue.
UK Blizzard Warning: Snow Bomb Hits Thursday
The UK faces severe blizzards and heavy snow from Thursday, with Scotland and Northern Ireland worst hit. Up to 12 counties are at risk. Get the latest forecast and travel warnings here.
Labour urges 10-yearly eye tests for all drivers
Labour MPs push for mandatory sight tests every decade for UK drivers to improve road safety, as ministers consider action on headlamp glare. Read the latest.
Flooding Halts Rail Services Between Rugeley and Walsall
Major rail disruption hits Midlands commuters as flooding blocks line between Rugeley Trent Valley and Birmingham New Street. Rail replacement buses in operation. Read for live updates.
UK faces 'monster' 10-inch snow bomb next week
Weather maps forecast a major snowstorm to hit the UK on January 17, dumping up to 10 inches of snow, particularly in Scotland and northern England. Get the latest forecast details.
Midlands snow warning: Four counties at risk next week
Maps reveal the Midlands towns facing snow from January 22. Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Staffordshire & Leicestershire on alert. Get the latest forecast details.
Snow to hit every English county on January 24
Forecast maps predict a widespread snow event across England on January 24, with temperatures plunging to -4C. Get the latest details and short-term weather outlook here.
UK Snow Bomb: 600-Mile Blast Forecast from January 23
A 600-mile 'snow bomb' is forecast to hammer the UK from January 23, potentially rivalling 2018's Beast from the East. Get the latest Met Office warnings and flood risk advice.
West Midlands rail control deal must be renewed
Transport bosses warn the West Midlands will lose 'meaningful control' over its railway services if a crucial devolution deal with the government is not renewed this month. Read the urgent call to action.
Birmingham Airport radar fails in storm, flights diverted
A power outage crippled Birmingham Airport's radar due to severe weather, halting all arrivals and diverting at least 12 flights. Full details on the disruption and apology issued.
Birmingham Airport flights diverted due to NATS radar fault
A major power outage at a NATS radar site causes chaos at Birmingham Airport, with arriving flights suspended and severe delays. Follow live updates.
Labour's Major EV Charging Plan for UK Driveways
Labour's consultation could simplify rules for EV chargepoints on driveways and pavements, boosting home charging access. Have your say before 21 Jan 2026.
New snow forecast for Birmingham on January 18
Advanced weather maps predict a new winter storm bringing heavy snow and rain to Birmingham and the UK on Sunday, January 18. Get the latest forecast details here.
Birmingham's pothole plan as councils ranked
Every local authority in England, including Birmingham, has been graded on pothole repairs. The new traffic light ratings will now impact future government funding. See how your area fares.
Glasgow to trial car-free 'People First Zone' in 2026
Glasgow City Council will launch an 18-month trial of a 'People First Zone' in early 2026, restricting private vehicles to prioritise pedestrians. Share your views in the consultation.
Midlands faces 3 inches of snow next week
Weather maps reveal up to 7.8cm of snow could hit parts of Shropshire and the Welsh border from January 17th. Get the latest forecasts and town-by-town details.
Man killed in Coventry crash, driver arrested
A 63-year-old man has died following a collision on Clayton Road in Coventry. Police have arrested a 37-year-old man and appeal for witnesses.
Four dead in Bolton crash, three believed to be teenagers
A devastating collision between a car and a taxi in Bolton has claimed four lives, including three teenagers. Five others are in hospital. Police investigation ongoing.
Birmingham-Lichfield trains cancelled for the day
A lineside fire has caused the cancellation of West Midlands Railway services between Birmingham New Street and Lichfield Trent Valley for the rest of the day. Rail replacement buses are in operation.
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