Drivers stopping on double yellow lines outside schools to escort children will face new fines under a North Lincolnshire Council crackdown aimed at keeping entrances clear and improving safety.
Drivers ignoring the red X on smart motorways risk a £100 fine and three penalty points, with warnings from National Highways and the AA that it endangers lives and emergency workers.
Nearly 100 UK petrol stations have not submitted price data for over a month, risking fines under the mandatory Fuel Finder scheme, RAC warns.
DVLA figures reveal 7,381 number plate thefts in the UK last year, up 30% from 2023. Drivers advised to fit anti-tamper screws as cloning cases also rise 53%.
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Oxford's congestion charge ends September 14, replaced by traffic filters with £70 fines. Permits transfer automatically. Public consultation opens.
Firefighters tackled a large blaze at Perry Common Meadows in Birmingham on Thursday evening, scorching 2,000 square metres of parkland amid scorching conditions.
Nearly 3,720 speeding offences recorded on a one-mile stretch of Black Country New Road this year, making it a West Midlands hotspot for average speed cameras.
Six councils in England introduce strict bans on motorhomes and campervans to curb overcrowding, safety issues, and environmental impact this summer.
Ryanair now allows passengers to carry two items free of charge: a small personal bag and baby equipment. All fare types include a personal bag (40x30x20cm) that fits under the seat.
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Rail replacement services are in operation for West Midlands Trains due to hot weather, causing delays and cancellations. Passengers are advised to check before traveling.
A signal fault has suspended tram services between Wolverhampton St George's and The Royal stops, causing delays and diversions. Engineers are working to fix the issue. No estimated restoration time given.
Ryanair offers a little-known twilight bag drop service at Birmingham, Manchester, and Edinburgh airports, allowing early morning passengers to check bags the evening before.
Ryanair will close check-in and bag drop 60 minutes before departure from November 10, up from 40 minutes, to help passengers clear security and reduce missed flights.
Rail passengers in the West Midlands face major disruption this weekend due to a strike by train drivers. Services on multiple routes will be severely affected, with no trains on some lines.
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Severn Trent urges Birmingham households to be mindful of water usage as two demand spikes are expected on Saturday due to the heatwave and England's World Cup match.
National Express West Midlands announces bus route changes from July 19, including summer timetables and reliability improvements. Passengers should check schedules.
Birmingham Airport enforces strict parking rules including ANPR drop-off zones, Red Route fines, and free Blue Badge parking for 30 minutes. Learn how to avoid penalties.
Thousands of drivers caught speeding on West Midlands roads this year. FOI data reveals worst hotspots in Birmingham and Black Country, including Lee Bank Middleway and New John Street West.
Thousands of drivers are being fined for speeding at under 30mph as 20mph zones become more common, with 32,548 motorists caught exceeding the limit last year, RAC data shows.
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A new McDonald's at Birmingham Airport offers one hour of free parking, allowing drivers to drop off or pick up passengers without paying official airport fees, with a short walk to the terminal.
At least 65 Penalty Charge Notices were issued in 10 days on three Birmingham roads where right turns are banned, with Newhall Street and Bristol Road as hotspots.
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.
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.
A points failure between Lichfield Trent Valley and Nuneaton is causing train cancellations and delays, with disruption expected until midday.
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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.
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 successfully contained a large grass fire spanning 2,000 square metres at Perry Common Meadows in Birmingham, preventing spread to nearby properties.
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'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.
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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.
