Jet2 Confirms Hand Luggage Allowance Unchanged After EU Rules
Jet2 confirms no changes to its free 10kg hand luggage allowance as EU rules on baggage transparency come into force in 2027, ensuring customers keep the same benefits.
Category : Bus Services
Royal Mail delays hit 44 West Midlands postcodes
Royal Mail has delayed deliveries across 44 postcodes in the West Midlands, Staffordshire and Shropshire due to staffing and local issues. The affected areas include Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Stoke-on-Trent and more, with residents advised to expect mail
Royal Mail delays hit 40 postcodes across West Midlands
Royal Mail has reported delivery delays affecting 40 postcodes across the West Midlands and Shropshire, with some areas experiencing no deliveries for up to two days due to staffing shortages and operational issues.
National Express bus sale to WMCA called 'logical'
National Express owner Mobico Group agrees to sell West Midlands bus operations to WMCA for £102m, with completion expected in November 2026, calling the deal 'logical' amid franchising plans.
National Express Defends Bus Sale as Logical
National Express bosses have defended the sale of its UK bus business, saying it was a logical decision for the company's future growth and focus.
Burnham: West Midlands bus sale is 'absolutely massive'
Andy Burnham calls West Midlands bus sale 'absolutely massive' as PM backs franchising, potentially transforming the region's transport network.
Mobico sells West Midlands bus business to WMCA for £24m
Mobico has agreed to sell its West Midlands bus business to the WMCA for £24m upfront, plus £5.5m deferred, as part of its strategy to simplify operations.
Mobico Sells West Midlands Bus Operator for £24m
Mobico Group has agreed to sell its West Midlands regional bus operator, National Express West Midlands, to a joint venture for £24 million, with plans to complete the sale later this year.
Reposition Bluetooth Speaker to Improve Home WiFi
Moving a Bluetooth speaker away from your router can instantly improve home WiFi, say Virgin Media O2 and Ofcom. Interference from nearby gadgets disrupts signals, so keep electronics at least one metre apart.
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.
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.
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.
Sutton Coldfield car park charges quadruple to £3
Car parking charges at Sutton Coldfield Railway Station are set to rise from 65p to £3 for rail ticket holders from August 17, sparking backlash from commuters, businesses, and politicians.
Digne sends heartfelt farewell to Villa after PSG move
Lucas Digne has completed his £8.5m move to PSG and shared an emotional farewell to Aston Villa fans, thanking them for four unforgettable years.
Lavazza Espresso Capsules: Rich Coffee at Home
Lavazza Espresso Capsules are now available on Amazon, offering café-quality coffee at home. With 100% Arabica blend and intense flavour, they're a top choice for coffee lovers.
Palace Reignite Interest in Villa's Guessand
Crystal Palace may re-sign Evann Guessand from Aston Villa after his loan spell, as Villa consider offloading the forward to free squad space.
Swansea confirm Stewart won't debut vs Birmingham
Swansea boss Vitor Matos confirms new signing Ross Stewart won't make his debut against Birmingham City on Saturday, with the striker lacking match fitness.
MOT bookings surge as Burnham mulls licence points
MOT bookings surge as the Andy Burnham government considers adding penalty points and vehicle seizure for driving without a valid MOT, new data shows.
Davies: Fujimoto can't have another season on sidelines
Birmingham City boss Chris Davies says Kanya Fujimoto must play this season, either at St Andrew's or elsewhere, after a difficult first year.
Buses Diverted in Birmingham After Incident
Buses in Birmingham are diverted after an incident on a major route. Commuters face delays as services are rerouted. Authorities advise allowing extra travel time.
Bus Diversions in Birmingham After Incident
Buses in Birmingham are diverting after an incident. Multiple routes affected, causing delays. Commuters advised to check updates.
Ricardo to Referee Blues' Carabao Cup Opener at Swansea
Ruebyn Ricardo will referee Birmingham City's Carabao Cup match at Swansea City, his first Blues game since the fiery Hull defeat last October.
Tesco Fuel Voucher: Save 5p Per Litre This August
Tesco shoppers can save 5p per litre on fuel with vouchers after spending £60 in-store, as petrol prices hit 160p, a three-and-a-half-year high.
Hull City Chairman Hints at Leon Bailey Move
Hull City chairman Acun Ilicali's social media post suggests Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey is set to join, ending his five-year spell at Villa Park.
Blues join race for Basel winger Philip Otele
Birmingham City have joined the race to sign FC Basel winger Philip Otele, valued at €5m, but face competition from Derby, Frosinone, and Lecce.
Second bus rule change hits from August 31, Burnham confirms
Under-16s lose free bus travel on August 31, the second rule change in weeks under Burnham, with fare cap set to fall by a third from 2027.
Free bus pass age cut: kids travel free in August
Children aged 5 to 15 can travel free on eligible buses across England throughout August 2026 under a Labour government scheme, with Andy Burnham confirming the change.
Andy Burnham's £2 Bus Fare Cap Slammed by Motorfinity
Dan Briggs, CEO of Motorfinity, criticises PM Andy Burnham's £2 bus fare cap from January 2027, arguing it fails essential shift workers. The government's funding method draws further backlash.
Free Bus Passes for 16-18 Year Olds Under Burnham Plan
Prime Minister Andy Burnham proposes free bus travel for 16-18 year olds who take work placements, alongside technical courses for 14 year olds, to tackle youth unemployment.
Rail passengers warned of reduced service Sunday
Engineering works between Wolverhampton and Shifnal will reduce West Midlands Railway services on Sunday, July 26, with rail replacement buses in place until 7pm.
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