Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a £2 cap on single bus fares nationwide, citing concerns that some passengers were paying up to £10 for a journey. The scheme, starting January, aims to help with cost of living.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveils a £2 cap on single bus fares across England from January 2027, backed by £454 million in government funding, to cut travel costs and boost public transport use.
A signalling fault at Wolverhampton's St George's tram stop has caused a complete shutdown of the Metro network, with no services running between Wolverhampton and Birmingham.
Rural roads are nearly 10 times more likely to be fatal than urban roads, with crashes peaking in August, according to Ageas analysis of DfT data.
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From next Saturday, children aged 5-15 in England can travel free on local buses throughout August, with no registration required, as part of the Great British Summer Savings scheme.
A man was taken to Russells Hall Hospital after his car collided with a tree on Dovedale Road near Sedgley late Sunday evening, July 19.
Motorists face weekend closures on the M42 in Birmingham as HS2 work continues, with key junctions affected from Friday night to Monday morning.
Over 50,000 attendees expected at Sandwell & Birmingham Mela 2026. Limited parking, road closures, and public transport advised. Bus, train, tram options detailed.
Drivers without sunglasses in their glovebox during hot weather could face a £5,000 fine under Highway Code Rule 237, warns motoring expert Greg Wilson.
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Tram passengers in Birmingham face delays after an earlier issue on the network. Services are disrupted, with longer journey times expected as repairs continue.
A pedestrian was taken to hospital after being hit by a bus in Birmingham city centre. His injuries were not life-threatening.
Showers are forecast for Birmingham this week as clouds thicken, with temperatures up to 26°C. Unsettled weather may continue into August.
Children aged 5-15 in England will travel free on local buses throughout August, funded by £100m+ pledge, saving families up to £27.
The UK government has decided not to mandate alcolocks in new vehicles, despite RAC support. The proposal required a breath test before starting the engine.
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Experts warn DVLA computer systems may not handle automatic refunds under the new pay-per-mile car tax scheme, eVED, starting in 2028.
Passengers flying with Jet2, Ryanair, or EasyJet face different vaping rules; power banks and vapes must not be packed in hold luggage due to fire risks from lithium batteries.
No tram service is running between two stops in Wolverhampton due to a signal issue, causing disruption for passengers. Services are diverted or replaced by buses.
BBC is the only channel showing England vs France World Cup bronze final on Saturday at 10pm BST. Viewers without a TV licence risk a £1,000 fine.
Over 350 independent pubs saved £20k through Octopus Energy's free electricity scheme. Now extended to all World Cup games, ending Monday.
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A cabin backpack approved for Ryanair and EasyJet costs less than £9, fitting under the seat to save on baggage fees. Travelers can avoid extra charges with this budget-friendly option.
Police stopped an uninsured pick-up truck on the M6 in Staffordshire and discovered it was carrying a stolen Vauxhall Astra from the London area. The driver is assisting police.
The UK government's new pay-per-mile car tax scheme, set for 2028, will charge drivers £300 for 10,000 miles annually, raising concerns over implementation and data privacy.
Almost 18,000 drivers have been caught breaking bus lane rules on Birmingham's Broad Street since enforcement began at the end of 2024, with most fines issued at Berkley Street outbound.
Metrolink disruption on Eccles, Trafford Centre, and Altrincham lines until August 2 prompts bar owner Charlotte Heyes to ask customers to keep supporting businesses despite a drop in trade.
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A survey reveals 55% of drivers are not interested in a digital driving licence, with only 42% in favour. The Labour government's digital service began testing in December.
Essex County Council has published traffic orders for Brentwood, including a toucan crossing on Eagle Way, temporary road closures, clearways, and a 30mph speed limit for summer 2026.
Ryanair has warned that long queues due to the EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) will affect UK families at 15 European airports this summer, causing delays and missed flights.
West Midlands Metro warns passengers of possible delays due to hot weather affecting tracks. Speed restrictions may be in place to ensure safety.
Ryanair has warned UK passengers flying to 16 European airports of long queues due to the EU's new Entry/Exit System, with potential waits of up to six hours.
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The Department for Transport announces £33.4m investment in taller ticket barriers at stations across England to combat fare evasion, which costs the railway industry up to £400m annually.
