Flights to and from Dubai at Birmingham Airport face cancellations and delays due to the Middle East conflict and severe weather in the UAE, with Emirates advising passengers to check statuses.
National Highways confirms removal of 98% of motorway and A-road works from April 2-6 to ease Easter traffic. This coincides with a £3.7 billion Midlands road investment plan.
Labour announces a £27 billion investment to repair England's roads over five years, with over £3.7 billion allocated to the Midlands for key upgrades and new projects.
HS2 releases drone footage showing the second viaduct over the M6, with a 107-metre section set to slide into place in April 2026, minimizing road closures.
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Mohammed Chowdhury, 56, has lost his appeal after Tamworth Borough Council revoked his taxi licences due to penalty points, public complaints, and an inaccurate accident report.
EasyJet is reopening its base at Newcastle International Airport after six years away, launching 11 new routes and creating over 140 jobs, with up to 86 weekly flights to 22 destinations.
Drivers on the M5 in Gloucestershire are warned of 12mph speed limits on five dates due to abnormal loads exceeding 600 tonnes, causing lane closures and delays.
Emirates airline has issued a fresh travel alert as torrential rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are forecast to hit Dubai, potentially disrupting flights and road conditions.
New data reveals that more than 216,000 vehicles failed their MOT tests last year because of faulty washer jets, with many drivers unaware of this common issue that can be fixed cheaply.
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A Freedom of Information request reveals Birmingham City Council issued over 220,000 Penalty Charge Notices in 2024/25, a 30.6% increase from 2022/23, as part of a proactive enforcement approach.
A fairground trailer fell from a lorry on the M5 southbound near West Bromwich, causing a six-mile closure and significant delays during morning rush hour.
The UK Government has committed £3.7 billion to upgrade and maintain roads in the Midlands, including resurfacing, pothole repairs, and new infrastructure projects to improve connectivity and safety.
A major incident involving an overturned lorry carrying a fairground trailer has forced the closure of the M5 southbound at junction 1, causing severe rush hour delays exceeding 45 minutes.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under fire to abandon a planned 5p fuel duty increase as diesel prices jump 23% since the Iran conflict began, with industry leaders warning of economic impacts.
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Ford has issued a massive recall of 4.3 million vehicles in the US due to a software error that displays dashboard warning messages and could increase accident risk.
The DVSA is implementing new rules from spring 2026, requiring learner drivers to personally book tests and limiting changes to prevent bots and resale sites from exploiting the system.
Birmingham Airport has grounded multiple flights to destinations like Dubai, Qatar, and the UAE due to ongoing airspace disruptions in the Gulf region. Passengers are urged to check with airlines directly for updates.
Solihull Council has rectified incorrect road markings at Poppy Island roundabout in Shirley after drivers reported dangerous confusion and near-misses on the A34 route.
EasyJet introduces Mirus Kestrel seats providing two extra inches of legroom, though they cannot recline. The carbon fiber seats will debut in 2028 on new Airbus planes, reducing aircraft weight by up to 500kg.
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Rail passengers face ongoing disruption as Network Rail works to repair overhead lines damaged by strong winds near Penkridge, affecting services between Wolverhampton and Stafford.
Learn 10 practical tips from the AA and RAC to improve fuel efficiency and cut costs amid rising petrol prices due to global oil supply concerns.
A multi-vehicle collision on the M42 near Tamworth has resulted in lane closures, over an hour of delays, and five miles of tailbacks during peak rush hour.
Active Together partners with over 30 schools in Leicestershire to loan refurbished bikes to children from low-income families, aiming to collect 450 bikes by March 2026.
Birmingham experiences bursts of snow and hail, with temperatures dropping to freezing overnight. The city council has announced gritting trucks will be on roads from 12.30am to combat icy conditions.
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National Car Parks (NCP) will shut 22 locations across the United Kingdom on March 27, 2026, citing commercial unviability. Administrators confirm shifting commuting patterns and inflexible leases led to ongoing losses.
A serious collision on the M6 southbound near Spaghetti Junction has led to traffic being held, with emergency services on scene and significant delays reported.
Train passengers at Birmingham New Street are experiencing major disruption after strong winds brought down a tree onto tracks in Penkridge, blocking the West Coast Main Line between Wolverhampton and Stafford. Services are cancelled, revised, or diverted
The DVLA has issued a warning about a new £10,000 threshold change for Vehicle Excise Duty on expensive electric cars, effective from April 1, 2026, affecting vehicles registered from April 2025.
Birmingham Airport has revealed a new Icons Wall celebrating West Midlands legends including Ozzy Osbourne, UB40, Peaky Blinders, and Jasper Carrott to create a sense of place for travelers.
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Jet2 announces a new holiday destination from Birmingham Airport to the Greek island of Thassos, available for booking from Summer 2027. Known as the 'Emerald Isle of the Aegean', it offers pine forests, olive groves, and pristine beaches.
