DVLA: Tax Your Vehicle Before Driving After SORN
The DVLA reminds drivers they must tax a vehicle before using it again after a SORN, even if tax-exempt. No shortcuts allowed.
Category : Traffic Updates
Drunk BA passenger fined for threatening crew and assault
Yogeshwar Sharma, 51, consumed vodka and medication before a Delhi flight, leading to disruptive behavior, assault on a paramedic, and a £2,718 fine.
DVSA Issues 'No Excuses' Warning Over Night Driving Lights
The DVSA has issued a stark warning on X, reminding drivers of Rule 113 of the Highway Code to use lights at night. Failure to comply is a legal offence.
Woman Critical After Car Overturns in Tipton Crash
A woman is fighting for her life after a two-car crash in Tipton left four injured. One vehicle overturned. Three men also hurt.
48 Mobile Speed Camera Locations in Birmingham May 2026
Discover 48 mobile speed camera van locations across Birmingham for May 2026, provided by West Midlands Police Camera Enforcement Unit.
TUI, easyJet, Jet2 Rule Out Fuel Surcharges for Summer
TUI, easyJet, and Jet2 confirm no fuel surcharges for booked summer holidays amid Iran war concerns, giving passengers price certainty.
Car Flips in Five-Vehicle Crash in Birmingham
A man was injured after a car overturned in a collision involving two moving cars and three parked cars on Vicarage Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham.
Man Injured in Two-Car Crash Near Merry Hill
A man was taken to hospital after a two-car collision on Level Street in Brierley Hill near Merry Hill Shopping Centre on Monday morning.
Birmingham Road Closed After Crash During Rush Hour
A4040 Vicarage Road in Stirchley is closed in both directions after a crash between Hazelwell Fordrough and Kings Road. Priory Road also shut. Traffic delays expected.
Birmingham Drivers Face New Number Plate Cameras
Birmingham Conservatives propose ANPR cameras to tackle noisy cars and littering, aiming for a cleaner, quieter city if they win May elections.
DVSA Cracks Down on Ghost MOTs: 1,809 Cars Removed
The DVSA has removed 1,809 cars in a crackdown on ghost MOTs, with fake certificates doubling in a year. Experts warn the figures only scratch the surface.
Vehicle Found in Fatal Birmingham Hit-and-Run
West Midlands Police have recovered a car suspected in the fatal hit-and-run that killed Shaun Harron, 44, in Bartley Green. The driver fled after the collision.
Road Closures for Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan in Birmingham and Sandwell
Thousands expected for Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan parade in Birmingham and Sandwell on April 26. Full list of road closures and bus diversions.
Driver Banned for 53mph Speeding on M4 Motorway
A 60-year-old driver was banned from driving for 12 months and fined £220 for speeding at 53mph on the M4, where a 40mph limit was in place.
New £360 charge for pre-2017 car owners
Owners of older cars may face increased tax charges up to £790, depending on emissions. Some vehicles may see bills soar after nine years.
Woman Stopped on M6 Tells Police She's Dead Sister
A woman stopped on the M6 allegedly gave officers her deceased sister's name because she thought she was wanted. The cloned Nissan Qashqai was linked to a burglary.
Motorhomes Banned from 11 Snowdonia Car Parks
Eryri National Park Authority has restricted overnight parking at 11 car parks to combat littering and anti-social behaviour from unauthorised campervans.
Teen girl killed in Derbyshire crash; man arrested
A 17-year-old girl named Summer died when a Vauxhall Corsa hit a tree in Sutton Scarsdale. A 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Drivers Face More 20mph Speed Limits Under New UK Proposals
Northern Ireland's Department for Infrastructure has launched a consultation on expanding 20mph zones in built-up areas to improve road safety and reduce fatalities.
A38 Queensway Crash: Major Delays and Signal Outage
A collision on the A38 Queensway in Birmingham has led to significant delays, with traffic signals offline. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and travel with caution.
Birmingham to Sizzle at 20C, Matching Benidorm Heat
Birmingham is set to reach 20C on Monday, April 27, matching temperatures in Benidorm, Spain, as the city enjoys warm spring weather.
Backlash Over 'Knee-Jerk' Motorhome and Campervan Bans
Motorhome and campervan bans across England face backlash as critics warn they hurt tourism and simply move problems elsewhere.
Guernsey Police Crack Down on Roadworks Ignorers
Guernsey Police launch Operation Columbia to tackle drivers ignoring road closures, risking prosecution. Officials warn of serious dangers to workers and public.
Drivers Back AI Cameras as Thousands Face £200 Fines
81% of drivers support AI cameras to catch distracted motorists as a six-month trial in Scotland aims to gather evidence on phone use behind the wheel.
DVLA Cancels 10,000 Licences Over Eyesight Issues
The DVLA has revoked over 10,000 driving licences since 2025 due to eyesight concerns, with many affecting over-70s. New mandatory tests for older drivers are planned.
Birmingham Council Enforces New 31mph Speed Limit Rule
Birmingham City Council has reduced speed limits on major roads from 40mph to 30mph as part of a road safety crackdown, aiming to cut deaths and serious injuries.
New cameras target drivers over mobile phone rule
Advanced roadside cameras are fining drivers for using phones at the wheel, but many motorists are confused about the 2022 law banning even touching devices when stationary.
Large Fire Near Trafford Centre in Manchester
A significant fire has erupted near the Trafford Centre in Trafford Park, Manchester, sending thick smoke plumes skyward. Explosions have been reported, but the cause remains unknown.
Police Urge Drivers Not to Stop on M6 After Dog Rescue
Traffic officers rescued a lost sproodle on the M6 and urge drivers to call 999 instead of stopping to help animals on motorways.
M6 Dog Rescue: Drivers Save Sproodle Murphy
A five-year-old sproodle named Murphy was rescued from the M6 after escaping his back garden. Traffic officers and drivers helped reunite him with his owner.
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