EasyJet axes all Leeds Bradford flights from January 2027
EasyJet confirms all flights from Leeds Bradford Airport will end on 5 January 2027, with affected passengers offered free transfers or refunds.
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Aldi West Midlands Bank Holiday Opening Times
Aldi stores across the West Midlands will open from 8am to 8pm on Bank Holiday Monday, with reduced hours compared to usual trading.
Birmingham thunderstorm warning: 19-hour alert issued
Birmingham faces a 19-hour yellow thunderstorm warning from 3am Wednesday, with potential power cuts and flooding across 59 areas.
DfT responds to calls to ban L-plate delivery riders
The Department for Transport has responded to London Assembly calls to ban provisional licence holders from commercial delivery work, citing an ongoing DVSA consultation on CBT reforms.
Spanish Town Tops East Midlands Airport Destinations
Alicante remains the most popular destination from East Midlands Airport, according to new data. The Spanish coastal town saw over 1.2 million passengers in 2023, retaining its top spot.
HS2 slides 13,000-tonne viaduct over M42
HS2 teams completed a UK-first engineering feat, sliding a 13,000-tonne viaduct over the M42 in the West Midlands, reducing disruption to motorway traffic.
DWP confirms £10 Christmas Bonus for pensioners in December
The DWP has confirmed the £10 Christmas Bonus will be paid automatically in December to state pensioners and other benefit claimants, overseen by PM Andy Burnham.
FCA to review UK bank cash access rules in late 2026
The FCA will formally review the UK's access to cash regime in late 2026, assessing rules that apply to 14 designated banks and building societies, with findings due in Q2 2027.
Circuit Failure Disrupts West Midlands Trains
A circuit failure between two West Midlands railway stops is causing delays and cancellations, according to National Rail. Commuters face disruption.
Birmingham Airport 'comfortably' within night flight limits
Birmingham Airport is comfortably within new night flight restrictions, Solihull councillors heard, with usage at 15-30% of limits and 23 noise complaints logged.
M6 Toll van driver caught reversing up slip road
Daniel Udrescu, 57, was caught reversing up the M6 Toll slip road at Cannock and fined £445 plus costs after admitting the offence.
DfT responds to calls for EV battery health checks in MOT
The DfT has issued a statement after three EV organisations urged the government to require independent battery health assessments for used EVs, possibly as part of the MOT.
Birmingham-Rugeley Trains Still Disrupted
Overrunning engineering works continue to disrupt trains between Birmingham and Rugeley, causing delays and cancellations. Passengers are advised to check before travelling.
M6 collision near Birmingham causes rush hour delays
A multi-vehicle collision on the M6 northbound near Castle Bromwich closed lanes three and four, causing delays of up to an hour. All lanes reopened by 9.40am with no casualties reported.
M6 lanes reopen after crash near Birmingham
All M6 lanes have reopened near Birmingham after a crash caused rush-hour delays. National Highways reported the incident, with traffic returning to normal by mid-morning.
CSJ urges new DVLA rules to cut driving test backlog
The Centre for Social Justice warns one in six job vacancies requires a driving licence, with a 21-week test backlog locking NEETs out of work, and proposes employer-led testing.
Burnham urged to cut 20% VAT on double glazing to cut bills
Campaigners urge Andy Burnham to slash 20% VAT on double glazing to reduce energy bills, citing parity with heat pumps and insulation.
Motorcyclist dies in Kingsbury Road crash in Castle Vale
A motorcyclist was confirmed dead at the scene after a crash on Kingsbury Road in Castle Vale on Sunday evening, despite emergency crews providing advanced life support.
NatWest first UK bank to trial Be My Eyes app
NatWest becomes the first UK bank to pilot Be My Eyes, offering blind and low vision customers free, on-demand video support from trained colleagues to boost banking accessibility.
Birmingham in 134 areas set for thunderstorms, Met Office says
The Met Office forecasts widespread thunderstorms in Birmingham and 133 other areas on Wednesday, following intense summer heat.
M6 crash near Birmingham closes two lanes, 45-min delays
Two lanes closed on M6 northbound after J5 A452 Chester Road following a multi-vehicle crash. Delays up to 45 minutes. Four cars involved.
M6 Rush Hour Delays After Crash Near Birmingham
A crash on the M6 near Birmingham caused rush hour delays, with queues building after the incident. Traffic is reportedly heavy.
Metro warns of September service changes for line upgrades
West Midlands Metro will run no trams between Wednesbury Great Western Street and Edgbaston Village until 1pm on Sunday, September 13, due to essential overhead line equipment upgrades, with alternative transport arranged.
Free bus travel for kids ends soon: 14m have days left
The Summer Bus Fare Offer, giving free travel to children aged 5-15, ends August 31. Over 14 million people have days to use the perk, confirmed by the DfT.
Midlands drivers fined for under 30mph speeding
Increasing numbers of Midlands drivers are receiving fines and penalty points for speeding in 20mph zones, with 59 offences recorded between 20-29mph last year.
CrossCountry Rail Restores Full Services After Major Upgrade
CrossCountry railway has resumed full services across its network following a significant engineering and upgrade programme, improving reliability and journey times for passengers.
UK 76 Number Plate Change: £1,000 Fine Risk
New '76' number plates arrive September 1, 2026. Drivers face £1,000 fines and MOT failure if plates don't meet DVSA rules. Expert warns buyers not to overvalue new registrations.
TUI flight declares emergency and diverts to East Midlands
TUI flight BY439 from Cape Verde declared a general emergency and diverted to East Midlands Airport after fuel ran critically low during a holding pattern over Manchester, following a security incident.
CrossCountry full Monday service after Birmingham power cut
CrossCountry plans a full service Monday after a Birmingham power cut cancelled almost all Sunday trains. Limited services from 6pm today, with ticket acceptance and compensation available.
Sutton Coldfield parking charges reversed after outcry
Sutton Coldfield Railway Station parking charges will revert to £1.30 from September 2 after political and public pressure, reversing a hike to £3.
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