Alum Rock Road: Parking Chaos Hides Thriving High Street
A visit to Alum Rock Road, notorious for parking fines, uncovers a bustling high street full of independent businesses and community spirit despite traffic congestion.
Category : Road Works
Shirley Roads 'Nightmare' as Council Faces £200k Pothole Claims
Residents in Shirley describe local roads as 'horrific' due to potholes, with Solihull Council facing over £200,000 in compensation claims and planning repairs to 17 miles of roads this year.
Shirley Residents Decry 'Horrific' Potholes on Local Roads
Residents in Shirley describe roads as a 'nightmare' due to severe pothole damage, with Solihull Council potentially facing over £200,000 in compensation claims for injuries and vehicle damage.
Residents Slam 'Horrific' Potholes in West Midlands Streets
Shirley locals describe roads as a 'nightmare' with deep holes and caving surfaces, as Solihull Council plans repairs amid £200,000 in compensation claims for injuries and vehicle damage.
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Easter Travel: 1,500 Miles of Roadworks Cleared Nationwide
National Highways confirms removal of 98% of motorway and A-road works from April 2-6 to ease Easter traffic. This coincides with a £3.7 billion Midlands road investment plan.
Labour's £27bn Road Repair Plan for England Announced
Labour announces a £27 billion investment to repair England's roads over five years, with over £3.7 billion allocated to the Midlands for key upgrades and new projects.
Birmingham Council Issues 200,000+ Parking Fines in Crackdown
A Freedom of Information request reveals Birmingham City Council issued over 220,000 Penalty Charge Notices in 2024/25, a 30.6% increase from 2022/23, as part of a proactive enforcement approach.
£3.7 Billion Road Investment for Midlands Drivers
The UK Government has committed £3.7 billion to upgrade and maintain roads in the Midlands, including resurfacing, pothole repairs, and new infrastructure projects to improve connectivity and safety.
Council Fixes Incorrect Road Markings on Shirley Roundabout
Solihull Council has rectified incorrect road markings at Poppy Island roundabout in Shirley after drivers reported dangerous confusion and near-misses on the A34 route.
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UK Drivers Slam 'Never More Dangerous' Roads
A new survey reveals 98% of drivers say UK roads are in disrepair, with 90% reporting conditions worse than last year. Potholes cause widespread vehicle damage and safety fears.
AA Warns Drivers of £160 Pothole Tyre Charge
The AA issues a pothole warning as nearly half of drivers are unprepared for unexpected tyre costs. President Edmund King urges regular checks and highlights insurance options.
Birmingham Drivers Warned Over New 31mph Speed Rule
Birmingham City Council has reduced speed limits on major roads from 40mph to 30mph, meaning drivers could face penalties for exceeding 31mph. The changes affect routes including A34 Walsall Road and A38 Bristol Road South.
Car Tax Rise for Post-2017 Cars from April 2026
Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) for cars registered after April 2017 will rise from £195 to £200 annually from April 2026, in line with RPI inflation, affecting petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles.
Barnhurst Lane Closed for Weeks Over Pothole Safety Concerns
Barnhurst Lane in Bilbrook, Wolverhampton, remains shut weeks after its scheduled reopening date due to dangerous potholes, with locals describing the road as having 'more craters than the moon' and expressing frustration over repair delays.
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Birmingham Drivers Hit by £590 Pothole Repair Costs
RAC warns of a surge in pothole-related breakdowns in Birmingham, with repair bills reaching £590. Councils face criticism over road maintenance and drainage issues.
Pothole Repair Backlog Hits Record £18.6 Billion
The Asphalt Industry Alliance report reveals a record £18.6 billion pothole repair backlog in England and Wales, with experts warning of worsening road conditions despite increased government funding.
West Midlands Roads Face £1.94bn Pothole Repair Backlog
A shocking report reveals only 46% of West Midlands roads are in good condition, with a £1.94 billion repair backlog and over 3,000 miles needing urgent attention.
West Midlands Roads Face £1.94bn Pothole Backlog
A new report reveals councils in the West Midlands need nearly £2 billion to fix potholes and cracked roads, with only 46% of the network in good condition. Transport bosses vow action amid funding increases.
BBC Star Spots 'World's Biggest Pothole' in Birmingham
Radio 1's Greg James narrowly avoided a massive pothole while cycling through Birmingham on a Comic Relief challenge, highlighting the city's road maintenance issues ahead of local elections.
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A38 Closure for 11 Days for HS2 Works Near Lichfield
The A38 near Lichfield will shut completely for 11 days during Easter for HS2 bridge works, with major delays expected and diversion routes in place.
Car Wash Spill Causes White Foam Mystery on Cannock Road
A mysterious white foam covering Lichfield Road in Cannock puzzled drivers and pedestrians. Authorities confirmed it was caused by a local car wash accidentally spilling cleaning liquid into the drainage system.
New Pay-Per-Mile Tax for Electric Vehicles Announced (14.03.2026)
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, set to take effect in April 2028. Drivers could face charges up to £450 annually for high mileage.
Solihull Council Faces £200k Payout Over Pothole Damage
Solihull Council could pay over £200,000 in compensation for pothole-related injuries and vehicle damage, with extreme winter weather blamed for a spike in claims.
New Wolverhampton Driving Test Centre Approved to Reduce Delays
A new DVSA driving test centre at Wolverhampton Science Park has been approved, aiming to conduct 50-100 daily tests and cut waiting times amid national delays averaging 22 weeks.
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Rainfall Triples Pothole Breakdowns, Damaging Vehicles
A dramatic surge in pothole-related vehicle damage has been linked to record-breaking rainfall, with breakdown reports tripling last month. The RAC reports over 6,000 incidents in February, highlighting poor drainage and saturated roads as key factors.
Birmingham's New Spy Car Catches Hundreds of Parking Offenders
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle, equipped with AI and HD cameras, has already identified hundreds of parking violations in areas like Sparkhill and Hall Green.
Labour Cuts Road Safety Budget After Death Reduction Pledge
The Driving for Better Business programme faces a 50% budget reduction from £750,000 to £375,000, contradicting Labour's recent road safety strategy aiming to cut deaths by 65% by 2035.
Highways Boss: Crude Pothole Fixes a 'Necessary Evil'
Warwickshire's highways director explains why temporary pothole repairs are essential despite high failure rates, citing extreme weather and safety concerns.
Walsall Council Plans Safety Overhaul for Rushall Junction
Walsall Council is consulting on major safety improvements for Rushall Junction, where over 30 police incidents occurred from 2021 to 2024, including a serious crash that hospitalized a resident.
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Pavement Parking Ban Coming to Birmingham
Birmingham drivers will face new restrictions as the city council gains powers to ban pavement parking on designated roads to improve pedestrian safety.
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