DVLA Records 7,381 Stolen Plate Incidents: Drivers Warned
New data shows 7,381 stolen plate incidents in the UK last year, a 30% rise. Plate cloning also up 53%. Drivers urged to act swiftly to avoid fines and stress.
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Burnley vs Aston Villa: TV, Stream, Kick-Off Info
Aston Villa face Burnley at Turf Moor in the Premier League. Here's everything you need to know about TV channel, live stream and kick-off time.
AI Cameras Catch 700 Drivers in First Week
New AI road safety cameras in Sussex have detected 700 offences in one week, including 620 seatbelt and 110 mobile phone violations, as police aim to reduce dangerous driving.
Fury Over 4am New Street Construction Noise in Birmingham
Birmingham city centre residents are unable to sleep due to 4am construction noise from New Street repaving works. Contractor apologises and limits noisy work after 10pm.
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Birmingham New Street Works: Why They Continue and End Date
Construction on Birmingham New Street continues with delays due to concrete removal. Phased completion expected by July 2026. Full project takes two years.
M42 Tamworth Crash: Emergency Services on Scene
Emergency services are responding to a multi-vehicle crash on the M42 southbound near Tamworth, causing delays of up to 10 minutes.
Snow to Hit 16 UK Regions Next Week with -2C Temperatures
Snow is forecast across 16 parts of the UK next week, with temperatures dropping to -2C in Scotland. The Met Office warns of changeable conditions.
Aston Building Blaze: Firefighters Battle Inferno
Firefighters are battling a blaze in Aston near Lichfield Road after a reported explosion. Four crews are on scene. Residents describe hearing an explosion and seeing flames.
Woman Hospitalized After Four-Car Crash Near Solihull Pub
A woman was taken to Heartlands Hospital after a four-car collision on Clopton Crescent in Solihull, near the Centurion pub, causing road closure.
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Nine in 10 Pothole Claims Rejected by Councils
New figures reveal that 90% of pothole damage claims are rejected by councils, with payouts reaching nearly £20 million in 2025, a 30% increase from 2024.
Dudley Councillors Map 120 Potholes, Demand Action
Dudley councillors mapped around 120 potholes in Netherton and Holly Hall, submitting evidence to council leaders, claiming repairs are inadequate despite extra funding.
Indefinite Travel Warning for UK Tourists in Bolivia from May 6
The FCDO has updated travel advice for Bolivia due to an indefinite transport strike starting May 6, 2026, warning of road blockades and urging UK tourists to check local advice.
ATM rule change for UK banks 'eight years too late'
Super ATMs allowing deposits and withdrawals across multiple banks are now on UK high streets, but critics say the change should have happened years ago.
UK Warns Against All Travel to Iraq Over Kidnap Threat
The FCDO has updated its travel advice for Iraq, warning of a high kidnapping threat from terrorist groups. British nationals are considered legitimate targets.
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FCDO Updates Jamaica Travel Advice After Assault Reports
The Foreign Office has changed its Caribbean travel advice, warning UK tourists about incidents of rape and sexual assault in Jamaican tourist areas, including beach resorts.
West Midlands Train Derailment: Network Rail Update
Network Rail provides a major update after a freight wagon derailed in Oxley, Wolverhampton. Investigators from the RAIB are on site, and services face disruption.
Land Rover drivers face £134 charge to fill cars in May
Land Rover owners are hit by rising fuel costs, with petrol and diesel prices soaring due to the Middle East conflict. A 70-litre fill-up now costs up to £134.50.
Ryanair Wants Alcohol Ban on Early Morning Flights at UK Airports
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary urges a ban on alcohol sales before early-morning flights at all UK airports to reduce disruptive passengers.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £760 Charge for Drivers
Rachel Reeves confirms a £760 charge for drivers as HM Treasury taxes push motorists to scrap cars. Searches for 'scrap my car' surge nearly 20%.
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Woman, 20, Dies in Crash After Audi Hits Parked Range Rover
A 20-year-old woman from Chell, Staffordshire, died after an Audi collided with a parked Range Rover near Little Moreton Hall in Cheshire. Three others were seriously injured.
Man Killed, Two Teens Injured in Haslingden Car Crash
A man in his 20s died and two 18-year-old girls were severely injured after a VW Golf crashed into a house in Haslingden. Police appeal for witnesses.
Driver dies in three-car crash on Darlaston Road, Walsall
A man in his 40s died in a three-car crash on Darlaston Road, Walsall. Police seek dashcam footage and witnesses.
Ryanair slams 'unacceptable' ATC delays for 133,000 passengers
Ryanair calls for urgent action after 133,000 passengers faced avoidable NATS delays in April 2026, a 142% increase year-on-year, citing staff shortages and equipment failures.
57% of Drivers Want 'Road Ahead Closed' Signs Changed
57% of UK drivers want red 'road ahead closed' signs changed, citing lack of detail. Most rely on local knowledge or sat-navs instead of diversion routes.
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A38 Sutton Coldfield Sections Flagged as 'Unhealthy'
Parts of the A38 in Sutton Coldfield have been flagged as 'unhealthy' by an AI-powered road defects app, showing yellow and orange health scores for potholes and surface damage.
Drivers Risk £2,500 Fines for Trusting Sat Nav
Motorists warned of hefty fines for following sat nav speed limits as 20mph zones spread across the UK. Fines up to £2,500 and penalty points apply.
UK Roads Overhaul Over Noise Pollution Complaints
MP Melanie Onn calls for banning noisy road surfaces, citing quality of life issues. New bill would set maximum noise levels and require resurfacing.
M6 Driver Arrested: Cannabis, No Licence, Defects
A motorist on the M6 in Stafford was arrested after allegedly driving under the influence of cannabis with multiple dangerous defects, no licence, no insurance, and an expired MOT.
Police Warn Motorists on Busiest Bank Holiday in Decade
Warwickshire Police issue a warning as the RAC predicts 19 million trips this bank holiday, urging safe driving and reporting of offences.
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Street Racing Ban in Three West Midlands Towns
The High Court has issued an injunction banning street racing from 3pm to 7am in Wolverhampton, Sandwell, and Walsall, with police granted arrest powers.
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