Birmingham Airport Drop-Off Fees Hiked as Charges Rise
Birmingham Airport has increased its drop-off fees to £6 for 10 minutes, up from £5, as part of a wider trend of rising charges at UK airports. The new fee applies from March 1st.
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East Midlands Airport: Fastest UK Security Queues
East Midlands Airport tops UK for fastest security queues, with 99.7% of passengers clearing checks in under 15 minutes, beating Birmingham and London airports.
Energy price cap rise: £221 extra from July
Ofgem's energy price cap will increase by £221 a year to £1,862 from July, a 13% rise triggered by the US-Iran war, affecting British Gas, Octopus, OVO, EON, EDF customers.
Two flights cancelled, four delayed at Birmingham Airport
Two flights were cancelled and four delayed at Birmingham Airport on Sunday, affecting passengers traveling to popular destinations. The disruptions were due to air traffic control restrictions.
UK Heatwave: July 6-11 with 41C Peak in Birmingham
Weather maps confirm UK heatwave from July 6 to July 11, with temperatures reaching 41C in Birmingham, breaking the 2022 record.
West Brom bus driver warns of next heatwave as petition nears 2,000
A West Bromwich bus driver has warned that passengers could suffer during the next heatwave as a petition calling for air conditioning on buses approaches 2,000 signatures.
EasyJet Launches Cornwall to London Gatwick Flights
EasyJet has launched a new twice-weekly summer route from Cornwall Airport to London Gatwick, filling a gap left by Skybus cancellation, with fares from £43.99.
Jackery Power Station Camping Battery Deal: Save Big
Score a Jackery power station for camping at a huge discount. This portable battery deal offers reliable off-grid power for outdoor adventures.
BA Flight BA284 Diverts to Birmingham Airport
British Airways flight BA284 from San Francisco to London Heathrow was forced to divert to Birmingham Airport this weekend after an interruption during the final stages of its journey.
Birmingham Airport Fast Track System Explained
Birmingham Airport offers two fast track systems for departures and arrivals. Express Lane costs £7 for departures, £20 for arrivals, pre-booked only via airport website.
Birmingham Airport Fast Track: Departures and Arrivals Guide
Birmingham Airport offers Express Lane for departures at £7 and Premium Arrivals Fast Track at £20. Pre-book online only; limited to 50 tickets per hour for arrivals.
M5 Reopens After Serious Crash Injures Woman
The M5 has reopened after a car hit the central reservation between J1 and J2, leaving a woman seriously injured. Delays of 20 minutes remain.
New car washing rule: £1,000 fines for hosepipe ban breach
Households in Kent face £1,000 fines for washing cars with hosepipes from July 3 as South East Water imposes a hosepipe ban in nine regions due to extreme temperatures and high demand.
M5 Closed Near West Bromwich After Serious Collision
The M5 southbound is closed between J1 West Bromwich and J2 Oldbury due to a serious collision, causing two miles of congestion. Emergency services are on scene.
7,000 Speeding Fines on Birmingham's Worst Road in 2026
Nearly 7,000 drivers caught speeding on Lee Bank Middleway/Belgrave Middleway in 2026, making it Birmingham's worst hotspot. Average speed cameras catch over 1,000 monthly offences.
Drivers Face Six Points Over Phone Laws Broken Daily
Drivers risk six penalty points for using phones while driving, as new AI cameras are rolled out across UK roads to catch offenders.
Fuel Finder Rule Could Save UK Drivers £40 Yearly
UK petrol stations must now report prices under Fuel Finder scheme, potentially saving drivers £40 per year by enabling price comparison.
Asda Expands On-Demand Delivery to 300 More Stores
Asda adds 300+ superstores to Deliveroo platform, extending order times to 11pm and midnight at select locations, totaling over 850 stores offering rapid delivery.
Hybrid Car Fire in Brierley Hill Draws 20 Firefighters
Twenty firefighters from four stations responded to a hybrid car fire on High Street, Brockmoor, Brierley Hill, which spread to decking and another vehicle, with no casualties.
M42 Closure Causes Delays for Birmingham Airport Travelers
The M42 near Birmingham Airport is closed in both directions for roadworks until Monday, causing delays for passengers. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes.
Brum Bus Fares Up 30p as Fare-Dodging Blamed
Birmingham bus fares increased from June 28, with adult day tickets rising 30p to £5.50. Passengers blame fare-dodging yobs, while National Express cites rising costs.
£70 Fines for Midlands Drivers on New Red Routes
Drivers on the A594 in Leicester face £70 fines under new red route restrictions starting early July, aimed at reducing congestion and improving traffic flow.
Starmer's Final Act: Tough New Driving Laws Announced
Labour's new road safety strategy includes cutting the drink-drive limit, harsher seatbelt penalties, and mandatory eyesight tests for over-70s.
UK tourists in Italy face passport rule suspension
Rome's airports CEO proposes suspending the new EU entry-exit system for non-EU passengers to avoid peak season travel chaos, with concerns rated 8 or 9 out of 10.
New ANPR Cameras Detect MOT and Tax Violations
New ANPR cameras in Gloucestershire can check MOT, tax, and insurance via number plates, warning drivers of heavy fines as part of a wider rollout.
Next 30C UK Heatwave Days Away as Weather Maps Turn Red
Temperatures are set to climb again next weekend, with 30C expected in London and 27C in the West Midlands by July 6, after a brief respite from the June heatwave.
HS2 Curzon Street Station Construction Underway
Construction of the deck supporting seven platforms at Birmingham's HS2 Curzon Street station has begun, with over 556 concrete beams lifted into position, marking a major milestone.
Birmingham bus lane cameras catch 18,000 drivers in 2026
Almost 18,000 drivers have been caught by bus lane cameras on Birmingham's Broad Street in 2026, with fines surging after a camera relocation.
48 Mobile Speed Cameras in Birmingham This July
Birmingham motorists warned: 48 mobile speed camera locations active in July. Key enforcement spots include A38, A45, and A4040. Drivers urged to obey limits.
EV Chargers Not Keeping Up Ahead of 2030 Ban
The UK's ultra low emission vehicle fleet grew 33% year-on-year to 2.84 million by end of 2025, but public charging infrastructure only increased 22.8%, raising concerns ahead of the 2030 petrol and diesel ban.
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