Council approves land sale for Kitts Green electric bus depot
Birmingham City Council agreed to sell land in Kitts Green to Transport for West Midlands for a new electric bus depot, supporting 110 buses and cutting annual mileage by 650,000km.
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Dusk's rechargeable lamp reduced to £21.25 with code
Dusk's Tru Bow Rechargeable Table Lamp is now £21.25 with code EXTRA15. The 'beautiful and elegant' lamp features a pleated shade and gold base, with a 4.3-star rating.
97% of UK petrol stations join Fuel Finder scheme
Around 97% of UK petrol stations are registered with the Fuel Finder scheme, covering 99% of fuel sold. Drivers could save 1-6p per litre on petrol and diesel costs.
Birmingham 20mph plan: Residents threaten to move
Birmingham residents threaten to leave over 20mph road plans in the council's Local Plan, despite safety evidence. 326 comment on Facebook.
Young Drivers Face Car Insurance Costs Over Address Changes
Over a third of drivers aged 18-24 don't know they must tell insurers about address changes, risking cover and claims, Aviva warns.
Drivers reject 80mph motorway speed limit proposal
A survey of 2,000 motorists shows 54% oppose raising the UK motorway speed limit to 80mph, despite petitions and existing speeding trends.
Birmingham power cut hits CrossCountry services
A power cut in Birmingham city centre has forced CrossCountry to withdraw services across almost all routes on Sunday, August 23, with only Peterborough-Cambridge-Stansted running near-normal.
Met Office warns of heavy rain and thunderstorms in Midlands
The Met Office warns of heavy rain and thunderstorms across the Midlands from Wednesday, August 26, after a sunny weekend with highs of 22-23C. Showers likely Tuesday.
Knowle Esso petrol station ad display approved by inspector
A government inspector has overruled Solihull Council's refusal of an advertising display at the Esso garage in Kenilworth Road, Knowle, granting permission subject to conditions.
Power Cut Hits Rail Control Centre, Disrupting Services
A power cut at a rail control centre caused major disruption to West Midlands train services, with delays and cancellations affecting commuters across the region.
Speed Cameras in Birmingham: September 2026 Watch List
Birmingham drivers face speed cameras on key routes this September 2026. New enforcement sites target high-risk roads. Check locations to avoid fines.
Hundreds fined in Birmingham over banned turns enforcement
Birmingham council has fined 453 drivers for banned turns at Newhall Street and Great Charles Queensway in June and July, as new camera enforcement begins.
Birmingham second most stressful UK city to drive in
Birmingham ranks as the UK's second most stressful city to drive in, according to Kia's 2026 Driving Wellness Index, with the lowest road safety score.
Lloyds Bank to close five branches in September
Lloyds Bank will close five UK branches in September 2026, affecting Birmingham, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Harrow and Whitechapel, London. The first closures begin September 23.
One in three drivers risk fines for forgotten MOT, tax
34% of UK motorists admit forgetting essential car admin like MOT, tax or insurance. Fines can reach £1,000, with insurance lapses risking unlimited court penalties.
Tipton High Street closed as fire crews tackle blaze
High Street in Tipton is closed after a fire broke out. Four West Midlands Fire Service appliances were sent to the scene before 1pm. Motorists are advised to expect delays.
Christmas 2026 steam train rides near Birmingham
Severn Valley Railway's Christmas 2026 steam trains run from late November to Christmas Eve. Tickets are on sale now for Santa's Steam Specials, Elf Express, Carol Trains and more.
West Midlands trains disrupted after incident
West Midlands rail services face delays and cancellations after an incident. National Rail advises passengers to check before travelling as disruption continues.
Birmingham Airport final summer family travel advice
Birmingham Airport shares last-minute summer travel tips for families before schools return on 1 September, including 30% off kids' sunglasses and travel bags.
Birmingham Airport summer travel advice for families
Birmingham Airport has shared final summer travel advice for families making last-minute getaways before schools return on 1 September 2026, including discounts and kids' essentials.
Drivers warned: remove roof boxes or face 25% fuel rise
Drivers heading off for the August bank holiday are urged to remove unused roof boxes, as they can increase fuel consumption by up to 25%, adding roughly £10 to a typical £40 fuel bill.
Birmingham Airport stress claim sparks local defence
Birmingham Airport ranked most stressful in UK by Heamar study, but locals defend it, citing relaxed experiences and small airport convenience.
Cambridgeshire road closures and cycle lane suspensions from Sept 2026
Cambridgeshire County Council has issued temporary traffic orders affecting Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire from September 2026, including road closures, cycle lane suspensions and a footpath closure lasting until June 2028.
A14 speed limits and lay-by closures from August 2026
National Highways will impose temporary speed limits and close lay-bys on the A14 between junctions 33 and 35 in Cambridgeshire from August 24, 2026, for resurfacing and maintenance, lasting about 4 months.
Brentwood road closures for Appetite on the Farm
Essex County Council has issued temporary traffic orders for Brentwood roads, including closures for the Appetite on the Farm event at Kelvedon Hall and utility works across the borough from late August to mid-September.
Essex Council Issues Multiple Road and Footpath Closures
Essex County Council has issued temporary traffic orders affecting Chelmsford and villages from 22 August 2026, including footpath closures for road works and event-related access restrictions.
Morrisons confirms parking fines for overstaying shoppers
Morrisons has confirmed shoppers who overstay the allocated time in its car parks could receive a parking charge notice. The supermarket giant says the cost and time to pay vary depending on who issued the charge.
Birmingham Airport urges passport checks before EU travel
Birmingham Airport urges passengers to verify passport validity before travel, especially to the EU. UK passports must meet specific validity rules; check early to allow time for renewal.
Manchester Airport breach diverts flights to Birmingham
A security breach at Manchester Airport caused seven flight diversions to Birmingham and East Midlands airports, with 17 flights held in the air before police resolved the incident.
Trains return to Stourbridge after wildfire damage
Train services between Stourbridge and Hagley resumed on August 22, nine days after wildfires caused unprecedented damage. More than 200 railway staff worked round-the-clock to repair the line.
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