Broken down tram halts Wednesbury-Wolverhampton line
A broken down tram has caused no service between Wednesbury Parkway and Wolverhampton, with disruption expected until approximately 5pm, according to West Midlands Metro.
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Jet2 reassures customers on hand luggage after EU rule change
Jet2 confirms no changes to its free 10kg hand luggage allowance following EU transparency rules due in 2027, and urges passengers to carry paper travel insurance copies this summer.
Train disruption in Perry Barr after wire damage
Damaged overhead wires in Perry Barr caused train disruption between Walsall and Wolverhampton, with services cancelled, delayed, or revised. Repairs were ongoing, and passengers were advised to check before travelling.
DWP to decide on Universal Credit restriction for under-22s
The DWP is set to decide in September on restricting Universal Credit's health element for claimants under 22, following consultation and a pending report.
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Birmingham Airport heatwave advice as temps hit 36C
Birmingham Airport urges travellers to stay hydrated amid 36C heat, reminding them of liquid limits and free water refill points.
Burnham mulls 3-6 month learning period for drivers
Andy Burnham's government is considering a three or six month minimum learning period for learner drivers, aiming to cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
Burnham government considers headlight changes after complaints
The Andy Burnham government is considering changes to headlights as drivers continue to complain about glare. Research found over half of 1,800 UK drivers have reduced night driving due to glare.
Royal Mail delays hit West Midlands: full list
Royal Mail has issued a delivery update affecting 142 UK postcodes, including Wolverhampton, Brierley Hill, Rugby and Rugeley, as of 13 August.
Birmingham travel disruption LIVE as 36C heat hits
An amber extreme heat warning is in place across the West Midlands today, with Birmingham expecting 36C. Transport for West Midlands warns of significant disruption on roads and trains.
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Camp Hill Line Stations Boost Business, Face Teething Issues
Birmingham's three new Camp Hill line stations have welcomed 130,000 passengers in two months, boosting local trade despite cancellations and calls for better promotion.
Thorns Road average speed cameras approved for 2027
Dudley Council has approved average speed cameras for Thorns Road, Quarry Bank, after campaigns following a fatal hit-and-run. Installation is set for March 2027, with similar cameras already cutting collisions elsewhere.
Premier Inn Poole expansion approved with new restaurant and rooms
Premier Inn's Holes Bay hotel in Poole has secured planning permission for a fifth extension, adding 17 bedrooms and a new restaurant with outdoor seating, boosting staff numbers and local economic support.
Chiltern Railways: travel only if essential in 38C heat
Chiltern Railways will run a reduced timetable on Thursday 13 August as temperatures hit 38C, urging customers to travel only if essential. Services from Birmingham Snow Hill will be suspended from 10.15am.
New MOT crackdown: fines and points for ghost MOTs
New MOT rules from August require test centres to upload images, targeting ghost MOTs. Offenders face fines up to £1,000 and penalty points. Cases doubled to 1,809 in a year.
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Free bike checks and ice cream at Darwin Green event
Cambridge families can get free bike safety checks and ice cream at Darwin Green on August 15, 2026, from 11am to 3pm, with vouchers for repairs.
Burnham rules out over-70 driving test change
Andy Burnham's government has ruled out making drivers over 70 retake driving tests, after viral Facebook posts misinterpreted the Road Safety Strategy, which proposes mandatory eyesight checks instead.
Porsche driver dies in crash with tractor in Shropshire
A man in his 30s died after his Porsche Taycan collided with a tractor on the A41 Newport bypass near Pickmere roundabout. Police arrest a 30-year-old on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and appeal for dashcam footage.
Petrol prices hit 33-day high as Iran war impact continues
Petrol prices in England have risen for 33 consecutive days, reaching 161.66p per litre, with diesel up 17p in a month, according to RAC figures.
50-Minute Delays After Car Overturns on M42
A car overturned on the M42 in the West Midlands caused 50-minute delays and lane closures, with traffic queuing for miles. Emergency services attended the scene.
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Tui airline losses mount as Iran conflict hits travel demand
Tui swung to a €17m airline loss in H1 as Iran war disrupted travel, with revenue down 8% to €4.9bn. Group profit fell 27% to €235m, missing forecasts.
Burnham govt may revoke licences for drivers born before 1957
The Andy Burnham government is considering revoking driving licences for motorists born before 1957, as part of its Road Safety Strategy. Decisions are imminent.
Heatwave: TfWM warns of significant travel disruption
Transport for West Midlands warns of significant travel disruption due to a heatwave, with Birmingham set to hit 38C. Advice includes checking journeys, carrying water, and avoiding peak heat.
Burnham confirms £250 energy bill discounts for homes near pylons
Households within 500 metres of new grid infrastructure will receive £250 off annual energy bills under a scheme confirmed by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, as part of over 40 grid upgrade projects.
Birmingham Airport baggage issue resolved after five days
Birmingham Airport has resolved a baggage system error that caused luggage delays for five days, with repairs completed and operations back to normal.
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Heatwave Disrupts West Midlands Trains
High temperatures forecast for this week will disrupt West Midlands Railway services, with speed restrictions and potential cancellations expected as the heatwave hits the region.
Birmingham Airport Baggage Back to Normal
Birmingham Airport has confirmed baggage handling is back to normal after a system failure left passengers flying without luggage, with recovery efforts ongoing over the weekend.
Drought reveals lost village of Nether Hambleton
Falling water levels at Rutland Water have uncovered ruins of Nether Hambleton, a village flooded in the 1970s to create the reservoir, as drought conditions worsen across England.
West Midlands fires: Crews tackle blazes across region
Around 40 firefighters tackle a large grass fire in Brownhills, with more blazes in Kings Norton, Tipton, and Coventry as hot weather persists.
Swansea Civic Centre flats, shops, aquarium plans submitted
Detailed plans to transform Swansea's Civic Centre into flats, shops, cafes, and an aquarium have been submitted, with up to 138 flats and £20m UK Government funding.
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Rail Disruption as Heat Forces Speed Limits
West Midlands Railways warns of disruption as temperatures too hot for trains, with speed restrictions in place across the network this week.
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