DVSA Confirms MOT Charge Increase from Monday
From July 6, DVSA increases maximum MOT service charges for HGVs, trailers, and buses by £10-£20, marking the first rise since 2010.
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Quiet Rush Hour in West Midlands After England Win
West Midlands saw a notably quiet rush hour this morning following England's World Cup victory, with reduced traffic and many workers arriving late or taking the day off.
Free bus pass age change for post-1961 births confirmed
Anyone born after 1961 will face a later free bus pass age, aligned with rising state pension age, affecting millions born between 1961 and 1977.
Skip airport queues in Portugal with free app
British travellers to Portugal or Sweden can bypass long airport queues by using the free Travel to Europe app, which pre-registers biometric data before arrival.
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Ryanair Cabin Bag Amazon Deal: Yankony Backpack Sale
Amazon slashes price of bestselling Yankony underseat backpack, compliant with Ryanair's 40x20x25cm cabin bag policy, saving travelers £8.
Sky Closes Four TNT Sports SD Channels, Swaps Two Others
Sky permanently closes four TNT Sports SD channels in July, swapping Nick Jr. Too for a temporary Paw Patrol channel and adding Times Radio. Changes affect satellite viewers.
DVLA Digital Driving Licence Coming to GOV.UK App
The DVLA will launch digital driving licences on the GOV.UK app later this year, following a successful survey. Over 600,000 downloads have been recorded since last summer.
Birmingham Bus Franchising: Can Parker Match Burnham?
The West Midlands is set to franchise its bus system by late 2025. Mayor Richard Parker faces the challenge of replicating Manchester's Bee Network success to boost regional productivity and connectivity.
Vodafone SIM Saves Travellers £200
Vodafone's new unlimited roaming SIM card offers Birmingham travellers savings of up to £200 annually, with free data in 50+ destinations.
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Mandatory Speed Tech in New Cars Fails Drivers
Thatcham Research finds Intelligent Speed Assist systems in new cars pass official tests but make frequent errors on real roads, with accuracy dropping from 91.3% to 74.3% when measured at every speed limit change.
Birmingham to host Europe's biggest World Cup fan zone
Birmingham's Utilita Arena will become Europe's biggest World Cup fan zone for 10,000 fans if England beat Mexico in the Round of 16 on July 6, 2026.
DVLA Revokes 24,000 Licences in Crackdown on Penalty Points
Nearly 24,000 drivers were disqualified in 2025 as DVLA cracks down on penalty points, a 33% drop from 2024. RAC urges use of speed-limiting tech.
Two Killed in Essex Plane Crash on Short Flight
Two people died when a Cessna plane crashed in a field in Ongar, Essex, during a short flight experience. The aircraft had taken off from North Weald airfield.
Travel Adapter for Europe with USB Ports Sold on Amazon
A versatile travel adapter for Europe featuring USB ports is now available on Amazon, offering convenience for international travelers needing to charge multiple devices simultaneously.
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Cows Block West Coast Main Line for Four Hours
Thousands of train passengers faced delays after a herd of cows blocked the West Coast Main Line between Lichfield and Rugeley for over four hours, causing cancellations and frustration.
Overnight M54 Closures in Shropshire Announced
National Highways has scheduled overnight closures on the M54 in Shropshire for resurfacing and maintenance from March 13 to 17, 2024, affecting both directions between junctions 3 and 4.
5M Energy Customers Told to Submit Meter Reading by Tuesday
5.3 million British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo, and Octopus customers must submit a meter reading before Tuesday to avoid higher bills as Ofgem's new price cap rises on July 1.
Three New UK Driving Rules and Laws Now in Force
MOTs, driving tests, and fuel rates are affected by three new UK driving rules and laws now in force after June changes, impacting all motorists.
Jet2 Twilight Check-In: 4:30pm-9pm Rule for UK Passengers
Jet2 introduces Twilight Check-in for UK passengers flying before midday, allowing bag drop between 4:30pm-9pm the evening before. Birmingham Airport included.
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Stricter Boarding Pass Rules for Summer Travel from UK Airlines
Jet2, TUI, Ryanair, easyJet and others enforce stricter boarding pass rules, prioritizing digital passes to reduce airport congestion and go paperless.
Jet2 Confirms Twilight Check-In at Birmingham Airport
Jet2's twilight check-in at Birmingham Airport allows passengers with flights before midday to drop bags between 4:30-9pm the evening before, bypassing queues.
Tenerife 'Sunbed Police' Stop 5am Towel Dash
A Tenerife hotel has hired 'sunbed police' to stop guests reserving loungers before 8am, after viral footage showed 40 tourists racing at dawn. The practice has led to court rulings against operators.
Drivers Face Six Points Over Phone Laws Broken Daily
Drivers risk six penalty points for using phones while driving, as new AI cameras are rolled out across UK roads to catch offenders.
Fuel Finder Rule Could Save UK Drivers £40 Yearly
UK petrol stations must now report prices under Fuel Finder scheme, potentially saving drivers £40 per year by enabling price comparison.
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UK tourists in Italy face passport rule suspension
Rome's airports CEO proposes suspending the new EU entry-exit system for non-EU passengers to avoid peak season travel chaos, with concerns rated 8 or 9 out of 10.
Birmingham bus lane cameras catch 18,000 drivers in 2026
Almost 18,000 drivers have been caught by bus lane cameras on Birmingham's Broad Street in 2026, with fines surging after a camera relocation.
48 Mobile Speed Cameras in Birmingham This July
Birmingham motorists warned: 48 mobile speed camera locations active in July. Key enforcement spots include A38, A45, and A4040. Drivers urged to obey limits.
Two Rescued After Microlight Crash Off Welsh Coast
Two people were rescued from the wing of a microlight after it crashed into Cardigan Bay near Cardigan Island, Wales. RNLI lifeboats and a coastguard helicopter brought them ashore safely.
Police Speed Camera Vans Patrol New 30mph Roads in Birmingham
Police mobile speed camera vans have been deployed on Birmingham roads recently reduced to 30mph, issuing a warning to drivers that they face penalties for speeding.
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30% of Drivers Consider EVs Over £20 Fuel Hike
Three in 10 drivers are more likely to switch to EVs due to £20 rise in filling costs from Iran conflict, says RAC poll. 62% cut other spending to afford fuel.
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