Car Tax Rises to £210 for Some Payment Methods
From April 2026, car tax for most vehicles rises to £200 annually, but paying in monthly instalments increases the total to £210. DVLA also clarifies payment options and penalties.
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New £15 APD Rule for UK Tourists to Spain, Greece, Portugal
UK tourists face increased Air Passenger Duty from April 2026, with short-haul economy flights to Spain, Greece, and Portugal rising to £15. Further hikes planned for 2027.
DVLA Exemption Ends: EV Drivers Face £200 Flat Fee
The DVLA car tax exemption for electric vehicles has ended, with drivers now facing a £200 flat fee. Rates vary by registration date, and luxury car tax may apply.
Petrol Drivers Face 107p Fuel Margin Charge at UK Forecourts
CMA finds fuel margins broadly unchanged since Iran war, but concerns remain over high levels and local price variations, with potential savings of £9 per tank.
A38 Sutton Coldfield Sections Flagged as 'Unhealthy'
Parts of the A38 in Sutton Coldfield have been flagged as 'unhealthy' by an AI-powered road defects app, showing yellow and orange health scores for potholes and surface damage.
Police Refuse Speeding Fine Data at M42 HS2 Works
West Midlands Police refused a FOI request for speeding ticket numbers at the M42 Water Orton 50mph zone due to HS2 works, citing safety concerns.
Two-Stop Metro Line: A Tram-endous Future Ahead
Reporter Gurdip Thandi tests the new Birmingham Eastside Metro extension with just two stops, finding it saves time for students and hints at a bigger tram network expansion.
Countryside Cottage Near Birmingham in Auction
Oxwood Cottage in Frankley Green, a four-bedroom rural property, will be a star lot in Bond Wolfe's 50th auction on May 14, with a guide price of £365,000-plus.
Banned driver caught after panic attack on public transport
Mohhammod Suleman was caught driving while disqualified after suffering a panic attack on public transport. He cited a friend's assault as the cause of his anxiety.
Skoda Elroq Tops UK Electric Car Rankings
Auto Express has named the Skoda Elroq as the UK's best electric car, praising its spacious interior, value, and cabin. The BMW iX3 ranked second, with the Renault 5 in third place.
Drivers Risk £2,500 Fines for Trusting Sat Nav
Motorists warned of hefty fines for following sat nav speed limits as 20mph zones spread across the UK. Fines up to £2,500 and penalty points apply.
Drivers Face Parking Loss Over New Cycle Route Plan
Liverpool City Council approves 8km cycle route linking city centre to Childwall, risking parking spaces for residents. Some locals oppose the plan.
Serious Incident at Northfield Station Halts All Trains
All train lines are suspended at Northfield Railway Station due to a serious incident. Emergency services are on site, and disruption is expected all night. Rail replacement buses are being arranged.
UK Roads Overhaul Over Noise Pollution Complaints
MP Melanie Onn calls for banning noisy road surfaces, citing quality of life issues. New bill would set maximum noise levels and require resurfacing.
Motorhomes Face New £10 Overnight Parking Charge
Pembrokeshire County Council launches a two-year trial for overnight motorhome parking at Goodwick Moor car park near Fishguard Port, charging £10 per night with strict rules.
UK Airlines Allowed Early Flight Cancellations Amid Fuel Fears
The UK government announces measures allowing airlines to cancel or consolidate flights in advance this summer to reduce last-minute disruption due to potential jet fuel shortages from the Strait of Hormuz closure.
M6 Driver Arrested: Cannabis, No Licence, Defects
A motorist on the M6 in Stafford was arrested after allegedly driving under the influence of cannabis with multiple dangerous defects, no licence, no insurance, and an expired MOT.
Police Warn Motorists on Busiest Bank Holiday in Decade
Warwickshire Police issue a warning as the RAC predicts 19 million trips this bank holiday, urging safe driving and reporting of offences.
M6 Drivers Hit with £100 Fines for Ignoring Red X Signs
25 drivers on the M6 ignored red X lane closure signs on May 1, now facing £100 fines and three penalty points. Staffordshire Police warn against risking lives.
Two Women Found Dead in Channel Crossing Boat
Two women in their 20s, believed to be of Sudanese origin, were found dead inside a dinghy attempting to cross the English Channel, carrying 82 people off the French coast.
Woman Dies in Unexplained Incident Near Walsall Canal
A woman has died in an unexplained incident near a canal in Walsall. Police are investigating after she was pulled from the water off Wolverhampton Street.
7 UK Hotspots Banning Campervans and Motorhomes
Seven UK tourist destinations, including Snowdonia, Scarborough, and Southend, have introduced bans on campervans and motorhomes to tackle anti-social behaviour and environmental issues.
DVLA Blasted for Stranding Drivers Who Followed Rules
MPs criticize DVLA for punishing drivers who declare medical conditions, citing slow, outdated system causing months-long delays and revocations without notice.
Jet2 Confirms No Surcharges on Booked Flights
Jet2 has assured customers that no surcharges will be added to booked flights or holidays amid the Iran war, locking in prices for peace of mind.
Italy and Portugal May Ditch EU Border Checks
Italy and Portugal are likely to follow Greece in suspending EU biometric border checks for UK tourists, as EES system failures cause long queues and travel delays.
Street Racing Ban in Three West Midlands Towns
The High Court has issued an injunction banning street racing from 3pm to 7am in Wolverhampton, Sandwell, and Walsall, with police granted arrest powers.
Thunderstorms to Hit 22 UK Counties Today: Full List
Heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected across 22 counties in England and Wales today, with the Met Office warning of a wet start and potential storms this evening.
Midlands Hotel Reopens After Full Refurbishment
The North Stafford Hotel, previously used for asylum seekers, is set to reopen after a full refurbishment. Reservations were suspended in 2022 and weddings cancelled.
Romanian cable thieves jailed for £50k Birmingham theft
Three Romanian men were jailed for stealing £50,000 of underground BT cables in Birmingham, disrupting phone and internet for thousands.
M6 Junction 10 Upgrade Fails to Ease Congestion
Residents near M6 Junction 10 say a £78m upgrade has worsened congestion and environmental damage, with four lanes of traffic instead of two and loss of wildlife.
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