FCDO Updates Mexico Travel Advice After Incident
The Foreign Office has revised travel advice for Mexico following an incident at Teotihuacán pyramids. It warns against non-essential travel to Tijuana and other areas.
Category : Public Transport
New Spain, Portugal, Italy entry rule compulsory for UK tourists
The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) is now compulsory across Schengen, but many UK tourists are unaware. Queues grow, Greece suspends checks.
Ryanair Passengers Face £55 Charge Over Luggage Rule
Ryanair passengers who fail to fit hand luggage into size measurers before boarding face £55 fees, with the airline cracking down on oversized bags.
Lamborghini driver caught at 130mph on M6, car seized
A Lamborghini Huracán Performante Spyder was caught speeding at 130mph and undertaking on the M6. The driver was reported for multiple offences and the car was seized.
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Norse Atlantic Cancels London-LA Flights Over Fuel Costs
Norse Atlantic Airways has cancelled its London Gatwick to Los Angeles route due to rising jet fuel costs, affecting UK tourists' holiday plans amid a global fuel crisis.
Ryanair Extends Check-In Cutoff to 60 Minutes
Ryanair will close check-in and bag drop 60 minutes before departure from November 10, up from 40 minutes, to ease airport queues and reduce missed flights.
Santander Closing 26 Branches in May, Another High Street Blow
Santander announces closure of 26 branches in May 2026, citing shift to digital banking. Over 6,700 UK bank branches have shut since 2015, with banking hubs replacing some sites.
Martin Lewis on Octopus Go rate rise from May 1
Martin Lewis has responded to a social media user about the Octopus Go rate increase effective May 1, explaining the tariff's variable nature and advising customers to switch.
Jet Fuel Crisis May Force Airlines to Cancel Summer Flights
Airlines warn that soaring jet fuel costs due to Middle East conflict could lead to flight cuts and fare hikes, threatening summer travel plans.
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Extra Trains for Aston Villa vs Sunderland Match
West Midlands Railway has added extra train services at Witton station for fans traveling to the Aston Villa vs Sunderland football match on April 19 to prevent overcrowding.
Charles Hanson Stuck in Train Toilet on Derby to London Journey
BBC Bargain Hunt auctioneer Charles Hanson sparked laughter online after getting trapped in a train toilet on an East Midlands Railway service from Derby to London, sharing the mishap on social media.
Tram Delays After Birmingham Crash Near Grand Central
West Midlands Metro tram services are experiencing delays between Birmingham city centre and Edgbaston after a road traffic accident near Grand Central on April 17.
West Midlands Bus Franchising Plan Reaches Key Decision Point
The West Midlands Combined Authority Board is set to decide on the full business case for bus franchising after local elections, aiming to give public greater control over fares, routes, and timetables.
Voi Threatens UK Exit Over E-Scooter Rules
Major e-scooter operator Voi warns it may leave the UK due to Labour government's 'totally restrictive' trial extensions and lack of permanent legislation.
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Anger Over Dumped Lime E-Bikes in Birmingham Suburb
Sutton Coldfield residents and councillors express outrage as new Lime electric bikes are abandoned across pavements and footpaths, creating hazards and unsightly clutter following the scheme's launch.
Balsall Heath Disappointed Over Missing Train Station
Residents and activists in Balsall Heath voice disappointment as the new Camp Hill Line opens without a station in their deprived community, calling it a missed opportunity for connectivity and economic growth.
Canadian TikToker Wowed by Birmingham's Trams
Matt Griffen, a Canadian content creator living in the UK, explores Birmingham for the first time and is astonished by the city's tram network, which he had never seen before in his travels across British cities.
Birmingham Transport Lag: Mayor Powers Needed to Rival Lyon
Campaign group Britain Remade urges government to grant metro mayors authority over transport projects after analysis reveals West Midlands has just 15 miles of tram track compared to Lyon's 66 miles of metro network.
Drunk Ryanair Passenger Jailed After 'I'm Savage' Outburst
Stephen Blofield, 61, has been sentenced to 10 months in prison for his drunken and aggressive behavior on a Ryanair flight, which forced the pilot to abort a landing approach.
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Sunken Manhole Disrupts Wolverhampton Trams, Buses and Trains Accept Tickets
West Midlands Metro services between Priestfield and Wolverhampton are suspended due to a sunken manhole on Bilston Road. Passengers can use alternative bus and train services with accepted tickets.
20mph Speed Limit Proposed for Mobility Scooters
The UK government is consulting on new rules that could allow mobility scooters and electric wheelchairs to travel at 20mph on roads, doubling the current limit.
Woman's Harrowing Bus Encounter Sparks Safety Fears
A Birmingham woman shares her distressing experience of harassment on a bus, questioning public transport safety and highlighting the SeeSay reporting system.
Tram Disruption in Birmingham: Services Halted on Key Route
Tram services in Birmingham are severely disrupted between Grand Central and Edgbaston Village due to a points failure, with Transport for West Midlands advising commuters to plan ahead and use alternative transport.
HS2's Troubled Journey: High Costs and Delays
The HS2 high-speed rail project faces mounting criticism as costs soar past £100 billion and completion dates slip to the 2040s, with trains potentially running slower than promised.
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Oxford Congestion Charge Boosts Bus Passenger Numbers
Data reveals an 8% increase in bus passengers following Oxfordshire's temporary congestion charge, with drivers opting for public transport and improved services.
CrossCountry Trains Alert for Rugby Fans at Slater Cup
CrossCountry trains have issued a travel warning for rugby fans traveling to Villa Park in Birmingham for the Slater Cup match between Gloucester and Leicester, advising of busier services.
Police Boost Patrols on West Midlands Metro Trams for Safety
West Midlands Metro announces enhanced police patrols on trams, including uniformed and plain-clothes officers, to deter crime and reassure passengers. The initiative supports the national 'See it. Say it. Sorted' campaign.
Second HS2 Viaduct Over M6 Ready for Birmingham Installation
HS2 releases drone footage showing the second viaduct over the M6, with a 107-metre section set to slide into place in April 2026, minimizing road closures.
Andy Street Slams Reform UK's HS2 Axe Pledge
Former West Midlands Mayor Andy Street has welcomed new Birmingham-Manchester rail plans while condemning Reform UK's policy to scrap HS2 as 'utter nonsense'.
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Andy Street: Scrapping HS2 Now is 'Utter Nonsense'
Former West Midlands Mayor Andy Street welcomes new Birmingham-Manchester rail link plans but criticizes Reform UK's proposal to axe HS2, calling it economically disastrous.
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