A male cyclist has sustained life-threatening injuries in a crash with a car on Oldbury Road in Smethwick. Emergency services provided advanced trauma care at the scene before transporting him to Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
MP Jess Phillips announces investment in CCTV and driver training on West Midlands buses to tackle violence against women and girls, improving safety and career opportunities.
A major UK bus operator, Yorkshire Buses, has announced it will cease all operations from April 1, citing unsustainable rising costs including fuel prices linked to the Middle East crisis.
Transport for West Midlands confirms replacement of missing bus timetables in Dudley after residents were left unable to check bus operation hours at two key stops.
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National Express apologises for disruption after a two-car collision on Springfield Road in Walmley, Sutton Coldfield, which injured two people and diverted X14 bus services.
Councillors argue that the £15.5 million Cross City Bus Package 6 West scheme between Birmingham City Centre and West Bromwich must address parking issues on Soho Road before implementation to ensure effectiveness.
Diamond Buses will commence operation of the number 27 service linking Solihull to Rubery from March 29, 2026, replacing National Express West Midlands on this key route.
Adrian Hudson, aged 61, tragically passed away in hospital following a collision with a Vauxhall Zafira on the A5 near Chester Road North in Brownhills early Friday morning.
A £15.5 million bus priority scheme for Birmingham's busy Number 74 route between the city centre and West Bromwich is set for approval, aiming to cut journey times and boost reliability.
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National Express West Midlands announces timetable revisions for 14 key bus routes to enhance reliability, with three services ending operation from March 29.
A single-decker Arriva bus burst into flames on Victoria Road in Tamworth, leading to a swift evacuation. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, with no injuries reported.
The Department for Transport confirms that eligibility for free bus passes in England will align with the rising state pension age, affecting seniors from April 6.
Bus operators in the West Midlands confront a double challenge as passenger numbers decline and fuel costs surge due to Middle East conflict, with fare hikes cited as a key deterrent.
Bearwood Road in Smethwick is closed due to an emergency incident, with police vehicles on scene and buses diverted since early morning. West Midlands Roads warns of major disruption.
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Plans to purchase 24 new electric buses for the Sprint service linking Walsall, Birmingham, and Solihull are set for approval, aiming to transform cross-city travel with tram-like features.
A cyclist and a Ford Fiesta driver sustained serious injuries in a collision at the New Town Row and New John Street junction. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
The West Midlands Bus On-Demand service experienced a 2.6% decline in journeys due to driver shortages and congestion, with new operators now appointed to improve reliability and efficiency.
The West Midlands Combined Authority has approved £26 million for 24 tram-style electric buses on the Sprint project, aiming to create a faster, continuous cross-city route between Walsall, Birmingham, and Solihull.
The West Midlands Combined Authority has approved a £19.9 million plan to build a new 110-bus depot in East Birmingham, with Birmingham City Council funding most of the project. However, concerns have been raised about potential budget overruns and delays
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Tony Bradshaw, Bridgend Bus Station Manager, retires after 42 years of public service, celebrated by the Town Council for his dedication and recent upgrades to electronic information boards.
Plans for a new 110-bus capacity depot in East Birmingham have been approved, but WMCA board members express worries about potential budget overruns and delays, despite assurances from officers.
A new bus station is set for construction in Birmingham as part of a major plan to take control of the West Midlands bus network, with significant council funding.
The West Midlands Combined Authority is set to approve over £30 million for 24 new electric buses and infrastructure for the long-delayed Sprint bus scheme, connecting Walsall, Birmingham, and Solihull.
A new bus depot in Kitts Green, Birmingham, costing nearly £20 million, has been approved as part of a wider plan to franchise the West Midlands bus network and increase competition.
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The 74 bus service between Birmingham city centre and Dudley has been identified as the most dangerous in the West Midlands, with 62 reported offences in six months. Police emphasize overall crime risk remains low despite concerning statistics.
Exclusive data reveals the West Midlands bus services with the highest reported crime rates. The notorious number 74 route remains top for violent incidents.
The Department for Transport confirms no plans for national free bus travel for under-19s in England, citing significant costs, while highlighting local authority flexibility to create schemes.
New data reveals the 74 bus service between Birmingham and Dudley as the region's most dangerous route, with 62 criminal offences reported in just six months.
Solihull councillor Andrew Burrow, who admits he doesn't use buses because he doesn't know how, calls for communication improvements and 'total change' when services are franchised to increase ridership.
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The London Bus Company is hosting special journeys with preserved vintage buses, raising £2,400 for Cancer Research UK. Two upcoming events offer more chances to ride.
