M5 driver injured in crash with 75-minute delays
A driver suffered non-serious injuries in a crash on the M5 northbound in Worcestershire, closing the carriageway between junctions 7 and 6 and causing 75-minute delays.
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M5 northbound crash causes 45-minute delays near Worcester
A crash on the M5 northbound between J7 and J6 in Worcestershire has led to 45-minute delays and five miles of congestion, with emergency services at the scene.
Drivers warned to keep sunglasses in cars as rain returns
Motorists are advised to carry sunglasses in their vehicles from Thursday as rain after weeks of dry weather creates hazardous glare on roads, with experts warning drivers could face liability if sunlight causes a crash.
36,000 Speed Camera Fines Cancelled on 12 Motorways
Over 36,000 speeding penalties have been cancelled due to a fault in 154 smart motorway cameras, affecting 12 UK motorways, including the M1, M6, M25, and M42. Police have stopped enforcing fines until cameras are fixed.
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CMA warns drivers over slow fuel price cuts
The CMA has warned that some UK petrol stations used passive pricing strategies, failing to pass on wholesale price falls between May and June, leaving drivers overpaying.
Royal Mail delays hit West Midlands postcodes (18.08.2026)
Royal Mail warns of delivery delays across 139 postcode areas, including West Midlands locations like Brierley Hill, Dudley, and Wolverhampton, as of August 17.
Birmingham and Midlands Face Heavy Rain on Wednesday
Birmingham and the West Midlands are set for heavy rain on Wednesday as unsettled weather moves in, with thundery showers possible and temperatures dropping below average.
MOT test fees could rise to £95 after DfT talks
MOT test prices could increase to at least £95 next year, as the Independent Garages Association pushes for a 73% rise to address unsustainable costs for garages.
Birmingham road closed after incident in Nechells
Great Lister Street in Nechells is closed due to an incident, causing bus diversions during rush hour. Service 66 is diverting via Rupert Street, Nechells Park Way and Dartmouth Middleway.
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Birmingham driver caught at 105mph on 30mph road
A driver was recorded doing 105mph on a 30mph Birmingham road, the fastest speed caught on a 30mph road in the city this year. The A4540 New John Street West is a speeding hotspot with average speed cameras.
M6 fatal crash closes road, M5 collision causes long delays
A fatal crash on the M6 northbound closed the motorway for most of the day, while a separate M5 collision caused 50-minute delays. One driver died, and another was injured.
M6 tragedy: Driver dies in crash involving car and three lorries
A driver died in a M6 crash involving three lorries and a car near Stoke. The motorway was closed for hours, causing delays. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
Man dies in M6 crash involving three HGVs and a car
A man has died following a serious crash on the M6 in Staffordshire involving three HGVs and a car. The collision closed the motorway for hours. Police are appealing for witnesses.
M5 crash causes 45-minute delays after multi-vehicle collision
A multi-vehicle crash on the M5 northbound between J8 and J7 has caused 45-minute delays and 4 miles of congestion, with traffic officers on scene.
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M6 Shut for 10 Hours After Serious Collision
The M6 in Staffordshire remains closed in both directions after a serious collision, with motorists advised to avoid the area as emergency services work at the scene.
M54 Closed After Crash: Major Delays Westbound
M54 westbound closed near Telford after crash, causing major delays. Traffic queuing from Junction 4 to 6. National Highways reports incident. Diversion via A464 and A5.
M6 J15 closed after serious crash involving three lorries and car
The M6 at junction 15 is closed northbound after a serious collision involving three HGVs and a car. Southbound has reopened, but delays are expected.
Overnight motorway closures in Midlands this week: full list
National Highways confirms 23 overnight closures on M1, M5, M6, M42 in Midlands from Aug 17-20, 9pm-6am. Plan ahead for late-night or early-morning travel.
Drivers fined for ignoring variable speed limits on M6, M42
Drivers on West Midlands motorways face fines and penalty points for exceeding variable speed limits, even when under 60mph. Authorities enforce limits displayed on gantries, which are legal requirements, not advisory. Recent examples include M42 roadwork
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Salamina wildfires: evacuations, 260 firefighters deployed
Two wildfires on Salamina island, Greece, have forced evacuations and threatened a British tourist village. 260 firefighters and 10 aircraft are battling the blazes, with 502 people rescued by sea.
Parking bans on 81 Leicester roads for gully works
Leicester City Council introduces parking restrictions on 81 residential roads for gully clearance, starting with four streets in Spinney Hills this week.
DVSA confirms MOT photo change but obeying it will be 'optional'
DVSA has confirmed MOT centres must take a photo of vehicles from August, but uploading is optional for now. Around 2,500 garages affected. Trials involving 311 garages were successful.
M6 M42 Drivers Fined for Ignoring Variable Speed Limits
Drivers on West Midlands motorways face fines and penalty points for exceeding variable speed limits below 60mph on M6 and M42, including HS2 works zones.
84% of drivers who ignore sat-nav arrive earlier, RAC study finds
A new RAC study of 1,601 motorists finds 84% who ignore sat-nav directions arrive earlier than estimated, while 11% were directed the wrong way down one-way streets.
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Heathrow flooding: road closures hit Terminals 2 and 3
Flooding at Heathrow has closed roads to Terminals 2 and 3 on Saturday, urging passengers to use rail services and allow extra time.
DVSA MOT rule change: photos now mandatory for every car
DVSA's new 'Photos at Test' scheme, rolled out from 3 August, requires technicians to photograph every car during MOT tests to combat fraud. Drivers are urged to check their MOT history and be wary of guaranteed passes.
Birmingham road closures for European Athletics Championships weekend
Major road closures in Birmingham city centre and Jewellery Quarter for European Athletics Championships marathon and race walks this weekend, with some roads shut over 50 hours and car fines warned.
120mph+ speeds recorded on West Midlands motorways
New police data reveals drivers repeatedly exceeded 120mph on West Midlands motorways, with the fastest at 137mph on the M6. Top 10 speeds all on motorways.
Birmingham heatwave ends at 7pm today as temps drop
Birmingham's heatwave officially ends at 7pm today (August 14) as temperatures fall below 26C. After reaching 36C yesterday, the weekend will be cooler, with highs of 23-24C.
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Drink-Drive Limit Slashed to 22 in England and Wales
The Government's new road safety strategy proposes cutting the drink-drive limit from 35 to 22 micrograms, matching Scotland, with one drink potentially over the limit.
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