DVLA expands online medical notifications for drivers
Drivers can now notify DVLA of more medical conditions online, saving up to 10 days on decisions. Over 60,000 drivers have already used the service.
Category : Transport
HMRC Confirms 22p Diesel Fuel Rate for Some Drivers
HMRC has confirmed a new 22p advisory fuel rate for diesel cars over 2000cc, effective from September 1, down 1p from the previous 23p rate.
HMRC confirms new 17p fuel rate for some petrol drivers
HMRC has confirmed new advisory fuel rates from September 1, with petrol drivers of 1401-2000cc engines now paying 17p per mile. The rates apply quarterly and include updates for electric vehicles.
HMRC confirms 16p diesel rate for some drivers from September
HMRC has set the advisory fuel rate for diesel cars with engines 1601cc to 2000cc at 16p per mile, down 1p from 17p, effective from September 1.
HMRC confirms new 14p fuel rate for petrol drivers
HMRC has confirmed new advisory fuel rates, with petrol drivers in small cars now paying 14p per mile. Rates vary by engine size and took effect from September 1.
Government crackdown on illegal ghost number plates announced
The Government has announced a new crackdown on illegal ghost plates, launching a National Roads Policing Coordination Centre and trialling specialised goggles to catch offenders.
Drivers face £300 fine for overloading car on weekend trips
Motorists risk a £300 fine for overloading their car on weekend trips. Highway Code Rule 98 warns against exceeding weight limits and securing loads properly.
Tesco Clubcard points now earned at 680+ Be.EV sites
Tesco Clubcard members can earn points when charging EVs at more than 680 Be.EV sites across the UK, with one point per £1 spent.
Halifax confirms 14 branches closing in September
Lloyds Banking Group will close 14 Halifax branches in September 2026 and retire the Halifax brand after 173 years, rebranding all accounts to Lloyds.
Birmingham cameras: 453 fined £70 for banned turns
New Birmingham city centre cameras have issued 453 fines for banned turns at Newhall Street and Great Charles Queensway since June. Drivers face £70 penalties.
Drivers unaware of off-peak bus lane rules in West Midlands
Many West Midlands drivers avoid bus lanes even when legally allowed, such as after 7pm or Sundays, due to unclear signage and fear of fines, causing congestion.
Birmingham learner drivers wait six months for tests
Birmingham learner drivers wait up to six months for test slots; one teen booked in Kingstanding got February date. Dudley average wait 14 weeks in July.
Birmingham 20mph plan: 100,000 drivers face fines
Over 99,400 speeding offences were recorded on Birmingham's 30mph roads in 2025. New council plans to cut limits to 20mph could put tens of thousands of drivers at risk of fines and penalty points.
Jet2 adds more Greece flights from Birmingham for 2027
Jet2 has added more seats from Birmingham Airport to Crete (Heraklion) and Kalamata for summer 2027, extending seasons and offering weekly services from April.
Royal Mail stamp prices could rise again next month
Royal Mail may raise postal charges next month, following its bi-annual spring and autumn price updates. First Class stamps currently cost £1.80, with Second Class at 91p.
Burnham concerned over Freeview TV switch-off by 2034
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he is concerned about plans to switch off Freeview TV by 2034, citing rural and elderly viewers, and will review the issue.
Stratford Road crash: Police close Hall Green road after incident
Police closed Stratford Road in Hall Green after a serious crash near Aldi at 8.45pm on Thursday, September 3. The road remains shut from Fox Hollies Road to Robin Hood Island for several hours.
Drivers urged to use bus lanes outside peak times
Many drivers avoid bus lanes even when legally allowed, causing needless congestion. RAC says unclear signage and fear of fines are key reasons.
EV charging rule changes: cross-pavement trial and planning
New EV rule changes: cross-pavement charging trial launched and planning permission scrapped for home chargers, boosting access for a third of UK households without driveways.
Birmingham A38 'noisy barrier' as council plans major changes
Birmingham City Council's draft Local Plan brands the A38 a 'significant barrier' and proposes downgrading it, limiting car access, and creating pedestrian streets and greenways.
Birmingham Airport Christmas market flights: 6 top picks
Birmingham Airport offers direct flights to six of Europe's best Christmas markets, from Vienna's 150-stall market to Santa's Lapland, with the shortest trip under two hours.
Birmingham 20mph rollout: full list of roads set for new limit
Birmingham City Council confirms plans to introduce 20mph limits on all smaller residential roads, with main routes excluded. Reform UK opposes the move.
Halifax issues October 5 warning as app closure begins
Halifax will start closing its app and online banking on October 5, with the mobile app shutting permanently on October 31 as the brand transitions to Lloyds Bank.
NS&I Premium Bonds two-day rule as prizes sent to old accounts
NS&I explains how Premium Bonds customers can fix prize payments sent to old bank accounts, urging updated details and a BACS trace option.
JLR transforms Solihull plant for first electric Range Rover
Range Rover Electric is being built at JLR's Solihull plant, with 9,000 employees upskilled for electrification and new battery production lines.
Birmingham trams: On-board ticket sales end Sept 13
From 13 September, West Midlands Metro passengers must buy tickets before boarding. New Revenue Officers will enforce £100 Penalty Fares and check tickets using handheld devices.
M6 Birmingham crash: Traffic at standstill, 30-min delays
A crash on the M6 northbound near Birmingham has closed the motorway between J5 and J6, causing over 30 minutes of delays and two miles of congestion, National Highways reports.
Free bus pass age rises to 67 from September 6
From September 6, some born in 1960 must wait until 66 years and 6 months for a free bus pass, as DfT aligns eligibility with State Pension age changes.
HMRC confirms 5p fuel duty cut extended to Dec 2026
HMRC confirms the 5p fuel duty cut is extended to 31 December 2026, scrapping two planned rises, with red diesel rates also reduced.
September 2026 driving rule changes: new plates, fuel rates, tunnel tolls, Motability
From September 1, 2026, new driving rules take effect under PM Andy Burnham: 76 plates, updated HMRC fuel rates, higher Silvertown Tunnel charges, and Motability changes for Scotland.
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