Motorhome and campervan parking ban brings £1,000 fines
Motorhome and campervan drivers face fines up to £1,000 for overnight sleeping and camping on Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole beaches this summer.
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Motorhome and campervan owners face new seaside parking bans
Motorhome and campervan owners face new seaside parking bans across England and Scotland, with rules varying sharply between councils and car parks, a review of eight coastal destinations finds.
Pavement parking ban: councils get new powers
Birmingham City Council seeks new powers to ban pavement parking under Andy Burnham, targeting busy roads and the city centre with fines for drivers.
Parking scheme after 400 sign Bournville mosque petition
More than 400 residents signed a petition demanding action over parking around Bournville Masjid. Now a residents' parking scheme is being considered.
Codsall Station Parking: Double Yellow Lines Approved
Cllr Val Chapman announced double yellow lines on Station Road, Codsall, after months of objections over dangerous parking near the railway station. Work began July 27.
27,000 Fines on Birmingham's Alum Rock Road
Over 27,000 parking fines were issued on Alum Rock Road in Birmingham over three years, with numbers rising annually. Stratford Road has since overtaken as the worst hotspot.
Tally Ho Police Horses Move to New £3.2m Stables
West Midlands Police's mounted horses relocate to a state-of-the-art £3.2m facility in Edgbaston, featuring 24 stalls, a solarium, and a 100m outdoor arena, replacing the historic Tally Ho base.
Northfield Shopping Centre Parking Free Due to Delay
Northfield Shopping Centre offers free parking temporarily after ANPR camera installation is delayed. No completion date set.
New Parking Rule from August 1: Drivers Warned
Cornwall Council will stop accepting cash in most car parks from August 1, saving £80,000 annually. Cash remains in 43 car parks.
Clarkson gets boost in Diddly Squat car park bid
Jeremy Clarkson's bid to extend his temporary Diddly Squat Farm car park until 2030 receives backing from Oxfordshire County Council amid ongoing visitor demand.
Check Tyre Pressure Before Monday Heatwave
Drivers are urged to check tyre pressure before Monday as UK temperatures may exceed 30°C, with under-inflated tyres costing motorists £112 million annually.
New No Waiting Restrictions on Four Streets in Great Baddow
Essex County Council introduces no waiting at any time restrictions on sections of Plumtree Avenue, Gowers Avenue, Park View Crescent, and Worcester Court in Great Baddow from July 13, 2026.
New ANPR Cameras Detect MOT and Tax Violations
New ANPR cameras in Gloucestershire can check MOT, tax, and insurance via number plates, warning drivers of heavy fines as part of a wider rollout.
Bigger Cars Could Cost Cities 1 in 7 Parking Spaces
A new study warns that growing car sizes could reduce on-street parking by 14% in cities like London by 2040, leading to 100,000 fewer spaces and 400 extra road deaths annually.
Harry Styles Wembley: Water Bottles Allowed Amid Heatwave
Wembley Stadium relaxes rules for Harry Styles' Together Together tour shows starting June 23, allowing metal or hard plastic water bottles due to red alert heatwave.
New Multi-Million Pound Car Park Opens in Cardiff Bay
A new car park with 679 spaces has opened at Mermaid Quay in Cardiff Bay, doubling capacity with ticketless technology and public artwork.
Fort Parkway tops Birmingham speed camera van fines in 2026
Nearly 800 speeding fines issued on Fort Parkway in 2026, making it the most targeted road for police speed camera vans in Birmingham, according to exclusive data.
Amazon Deal: Portable Air Cooler Tower Fan
Amazon offers a portable air cooler tower fan at a discounted price, providing efficient cooling for homes during hot weather. The deal includes fast delivery and energy-saving features.
Tipton tops West Midlands speed camera list with 1.79 per sq mile
Tipton has the highest density of speed cameras in the West Midlands at 1.79 per square mile, ranking fourth in the UK. Bradford leads nationally with 2.18 per square mile.
Mandatory Black Box Insurance for Young Drivers Possible
Aviva calls on Labour to make telematics insurance mandatory for drivers aged 17-24 in their first year, citing higher claim rates among new drivers.
Tesco Free Delivery on Whoosh Orders Over £25 from June 11
Tesco is waiving delivery charges on its Whoosh rapid delivery service for orders of £25 or more from June 11 to 17. The offer applies automatically without a promo code.
Snowdonia Campervan Ban Lifted After Backlash
A ban on overnight parking for campervans and motorhomes in Snowdonia has been lifted after widespread backlash. The 10pm-3am restriction is removed for a 12-month pilot.
Met Office and BBC Weather Issue UK Heatwave Verdict
The Met Office and BBC Weather have issued a new heatwave update, with potential 30C temperatures this weekend. Saturday, June 13 could be a scorcher as high pressure builds.
20,000 Parking Fines on Worst Birmingham Roads
Over 20,000 parking fines have been issued on Birmingham's 10 worst roads in 2026. Stratford Road tops the list with 5,109 penalties.
Midlands Towns Set for 26C 'Mini Heatwave' on June 13
Weather maps show parts of the Midlands could hit 26C on June 13, with Staffordshire towns like Tamworth potentially meeting mini heatwave conditions.
All But Two Parking Tickets Can Be Binned: Full List
Drivers can ignore most private parking tickets if not from BPA or IPC members. Which? explains how to appeal and avoid paying fines.
Birmingham Council Fines Itself £470K Over Clean Air Zone
Birmingham City Council has paid £472,253 in fines and charges for breaching its own Clean Air Zone rules, with council-owned vehicles accruing over 3,000 violations.
M&S Tamworth Car Park Changes Spark Mixed Reactions
Marks & Spencer's 12-week car park revamp at Tamworth's Ventura Retail Park aims to add spaces and improve flow, but shoppers are divided on the plans.
Northumberlandia parking charges anger visitors
Northumberlandia, a popular free attraction in Northumberland, will introduce parking charges later this year. Visitors call the decision 'ridiculous' and vow to stay away.
New £10 Overnight Charge for Motorhomes at Port Solent
Port Solent introduces a £10 overnight parking fee for motorhomes and campervans to manage increased demand from ferry passengers, limiting stays to one night.
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