West Midlands Bus Network to be Franchised
Mayor Richard Parker defends plans to franchise the region's bus network, citing private sector failures and economic necessity.
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Midlands Towns Face 5cm Snow as Weather Maps Reveal Arrival
A 277-mile wall of snow is set to sweep across England on Tuesday, blanketing West Midlands towns including Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and Coventry with up to 5cm.
West Midlands Bus Franchising 'Necessity' Says Mayor
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker defends plans to franchise bus services, citing private operator failures and business community demands for reliable public transport.
Baby Dies in A1 Crash After Car Hits Ice from Blocked Pipe
A coroner has issued a Prevention of Future Deaths report after a seven-month-old boy died when his family's car hit ice caused by a blocked drainage pipe on the A1 in Lincolnshire.
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Driving Test Cheating Rises 50% in UK
New data reveals a shocking 50% increase in driving test cheating across England, Scotland and Wales, with over 1,100 cases involving Bluetooth technology and impersonation attempts.
Drivers Set for Refunds After Faulty Speed Cameras
Over 2,600 motorists could receive compensation after National Highways identified erroneous camera activations on motorways and A roads since 2021.
Essential Winter Item Drivers Must Carry from Monday
Motoring experts warn drivers to prepare for freezing conditions by keeping a scraper and de-icer in their vehicles, with snow forecast and temperatures plummeting.
Driver Banned for Wrong-Way A46 Stoneleigh Dashcam Incident
A 25-year-old Coventry man has been banned from driving for six months and fined £500 after dashcam footage captured him driving the wrong way on the busy A46 in Stoneleigh.
Cannock Dad's Permanent Injury After M6 Pothole Crash
Simon Wilcox from Cannock suffered severe injuries after his motorcycle hit a pothole near the M6's Gailey Interchange in May 2024, leaving him awaiting surgery that will permanently numb his leg.
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Drivers Could Be Locked Out of Cars After Pub Visits
The Labour government is considering mandatory alcohol ignition locks in vehicles to prevent drink-driving, with devices that could lock drivers out if they exceed limits.
Birmingham Snow Forecast: Up to 11cm Expected Next Week
Weather maps predict substantial snowfall across Birmingham and the Midlands next week, with up to 11cm accumulation possible. The Met Office confirms colder conditions and snow risk.
RingGo App Down: UK Parking Chaos for Drivers
The RingGo parking payment app has suffered a major outage, leaving drivers across 500 UK towns unable to pay for parking during rush hour, sparking widespread frustration and fears of fines.
Birmingham Braced for 13cm Snow in Three-Hour Blast
Weather forecasters predict Birmingham could see nearly 13cm of snow falling in just three hours on Tuesday morning, continuing a snowy January for the city.
Willenhall Road Works End Date Extended to March
Major road works causing disruption in Willenhall town centre are now expected to finish by the end of March, with council officials acknowledging the impact on residents and businesses.
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M6 Chaos After Multi-Vehicle Collision Near Walsall
Severe traffic delays hit the M6 northbound near Birmingham after a multi-vehicle collision closed lanes between junctions 9 and 8, causing miles of tailbacks during rush hour.
One English Region Spared from UK Snow Bomb
Weather maps reveal almost all of England and Wales will face heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures next week, with only southeast England likely avoiding the worst of the disruptive wintry blast.
M6 Crash Near Birmingham Causes Rush Hour Chaos
A multi-vehicle collision on the M6 northbound near Wednesbury Walsall has closed lanes, causing two miles of congestion and severe delays for morning commuters.
Midlands Towns Face Snow in February Weather Bomb
Fourteen Midlands towns and cities are preparing for significant snowfall on February 1st, with WX Charts projections indicating blizzard conditions sweeping across the region from Scotland.
Birmingham Faces 12-Hour Snow Blast and -8°C Temperatures
Weather charts predict a 12-hour snowstorm hitting Birmingham and other major UK cities in late January, with temperatures dropping to -8°C and wintry conditions spreading nationwide.
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West Midlands Transport Projects Future to be Clarified
The Rosewell Review is assessing 168 transport schemes across the West Midlands to determine how best to allocate £2.4 billion in devolved funding, with decisions expected by Autumn.
Midlands Snow Forecast: Three Days of Flurries Expected
New weather maps predict significant snowfall across the Midlands, including Birmingham, with up to 20cm possible over three consecutive days from late January.
M6 Lorry Driver Tests Positive for Drugs After Red Light
A 34-year-old HGV driver from Dudley was arrested on the M6 near Stafford after running a red light and testing positive for both cocaine and cannabis in a roadside drug wipe.
Midlands 66-Hour Snow Bomb Predicted in New Weather Maps
New weather data indicates the Midlands could face a prolonged 66-hour snow event next week, with accumulations potentially reaching up to 19cm in some areas.
MP Demands Action After Fatal Pothole Incident
Labour MP Steve Yemm calls for urgent road repairs after constituent Beryl Barrett died falling into a pothole in Mansfield on Christmas Day.
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Caledonian Sleeper Adds Birmingham Stop for Scotland Travel
The Caledonian Sleeper train now stops at Birmingham International, offering direct overnight journeys to the Scottish Highlands, enhancing business and leisure travel options.
Tesla UK Convicted 18+ Times for Failing Police
Tesla Financial Services has been convicted at least 18 times in UK courts, accumulating nearly £21,000 in fines for not identifying speeding drivers when requested by police forces across England and Wales.
UK Fuel Price 'Wild' Differences Warning for Drivers
Motorists across the UK are facing a postcode lottery as petrol stations charge wildly different prices, with experts warning about the difficulty of comparing costs in real time.
New Ramp at Druridge Bay Nature Reserve
A 50-metre access ramp at Cresswell Pond nature reserve has been replaced, funded by People's Postcode Lottery players, improving accessibility for wildlife watchers.
Jet2's 5 New Routes from East Midlands Airport in 2026
Jet2 is launching five brand-new routes from East Midlands Airport in 2026, including destinations in Greece and Africa, with enhanced services to Jersey.
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EV Adoption Stalls as Petrol and Diesel Remain Top Choice
A new report reveals just 11% of drivers would choose a fully electric car next, with cost and charging infrastructure cited as major barriers to widespread adoption.
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