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.
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Vodafone's new unlimited roaming SIM card offers Birmingham travellers savings of up to £200 annually, with free data in 50+ destinations.
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'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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 introduces Twilight Check-in for UK passengers flying before midday, allowing bag drop between 4:30pm-9pm the evening before. Birmingham Airport included.
Jet2, TUI, Ryanair, easyJet and others enforce stricter boarding pass rules, prioritizing digital passes to reduce airport congestion and go paperless.
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.
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 risk six penalty points for using phones while driving, as new AI cameras are rolled out across UK roads to catch offenders.
UK petrol stations must now report prices under Fuel Finder scheme, potentially saving drivers £40 per year by enabling price comparison.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
Outgoing PM Keir Starmer's road safety strategy, including cutting the drink-drive limit from 35 to 22 micrograms, is set to become law, potentially making one drink enough to exceed the limit.
Nearly 18,000 motorists were penalized in the first five months of 2026 at three notorious Birmingham bus lanes, continuing a trend of high violation rates.
The Beeches pub in Great Barr enforces wristbands, searches, and respect rules after a World Cup punch-up involving a machete. No arrests made, knife recovered.
West Midlands bus fares increase from Sunday, June 28, with adult day tickets rising from £5.20 to £5.50, sparking political backlash.
A journalist's experience riding West Midlands buses during a red weather warning reveals they are 'saunas on wheels' with broken air conditioning and unbearable heat.
West Midlands Metro services are suspended between key stations due to a technical fault, causing disruption for commuters. No replacement transport has been confirmed.
Motorists are warned of delays as an abnormal load travels through the West Midlands, requiring road closures and diversions. The load, measuring 4.5 metres wide, will be escorted by police.