M6 Delays Near Birmingham Airport After Lorry Fire
M6 northbound near Birmingham Airport faces 90-minute delays after a lorry fire; lanes closed, airport advises extra travel time.
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Lorry Fire Disrupts West Midlands Motorway
A lorry fire on the M6 caused severe delays and lane closures in the West Midlands. Emergency services attended, and drivers were advised to avoid the area.
M42 Bickenhill Bridge to be demolished and rebuilt
The ageing Bickenhill Bridge at M42 Junction 6 near Birmingham Airport will be demolished and rebuilt after structural concerns, with work timed to coincide with HS2 closures to minimize disruption.
Alum Rock Road: 27,000 Parking Fines in Three Years
Birmingham's Alum Rock Road issued 27,000 parking fines in three years, with penalties soaring from 5,993 to 11,484 annually, revealing persistent parking chaos.
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Search for missing rock climber Ben in west Wales continues
A major search is ongoing for Ben, 47, missing since Wednesday after leaving home in St Davids to go rock climbing in west Wales. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
West Bromwich Fire: Blaze Near Stone Cross Causes Diversions
A large fire broke out near buildings on Walsall Road, Stone Cross, West Bromwich, causing bus diversions and delays. Emergency services are at the scene.
DWP PIP and DLA Motability changes from September 1
From September 1, new Motability Scheme changes roll out in Scotland, affecting PIP and DLA recipients, with rural travel cost warnings.
Emergency Gas Works Cause Delays in Birmingham
Emergency gas works in Birmingham are causing significant delays for motorists. Drivers are advised to avoid the affected routes and seek alternative paths.
Drivers Face Points for No Seatbelt Under New Plan
Drivers failing to wear seatbelts face three penalty points under new Labour road safety plans, aiming to reduce deaths and injuries.
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15 crews battle Cannock Chase blaze, urge closing windows
Around 15 fire crews are tackling a large blaze on Cannock Chase near Brocton. Residents are urged to keep windows and doors closed and avoid the area.
New Plans to Fix A555 Flooding to Manchester Airport
Stockport Council unveils next steps to tackle persistent flooding on A555, including pump upgrades and pond improvements, after severe closures.
Drivers Urged to Keep Sunglasses in Cars for August Sun
Motorists must keep sunglasses in their cars this August to avoid sun glare, which can cause accidents. Experts warn of reduced visibility and legal liability.
Van fire in Willenhall spreads to buildings, 'massive flames'
A van fire in Willenhall spread to buildings, trees, and foliage, with reports of an old pie factory ablaze. Four crews attended.
Smethwick road closed after single vehicle crash
Oldbury Road in Smethwick is closed in both directions after a single vehicle crash early on 4 August. Police have set up multiple road closures and urge motorists to find alternative routes as the road is expected to remain shut for some time.
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M5 blaze near Birmingham shuts motorway as firefighters battle
A serious fire on the M5 southbound near Birmingham shut the motorway between J3 and J4, causing huge delays. Two lanes remain closed as firefighters work at the scene.
Birmingham Road Closures After Barr Beacon Fire Devastation
Road closures remain in place around Barr Beacon after a devastating grassland fire. Eight crews and 40 firefighters tackled the blaze, with two other park fires in Birmingham.
M5 southbound closed near Birmingham due to serious fire
The M5 southbound is closed between J3 and J4 near Birmingham after a serious off-network fire spread to the embankment, causing severe delays and no reopening estimate.
Major Disruption on M6 After Crash in West Midlands
A crash on the M6 in the West Midlands has caused major disruption, with drivers warned of long delays. Motorists are advised to avoid the area.
MOT photo upload rollout in August: 3 driving changes
From 3 August 2026, around 2,500 garages will use new MOT photo uploads, one of three driving changes as Andy Burnham completes his first month as PM.
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Jewellery Quarter residents warned of 82 road closures
European Athletics Championships in Birmingham triggers 82 road closures Aug 14-16 across the city and Jewellery Quarter. Cars on routes may be towed and fined.
M6 crash near Wednesbury causes severe delays
A multi-vehicle crash on the M6 near Wednesbury is causing severe delays for drivers, with multiple lanes closed on the busy motorway this morning.
DVLA urges drivers to set up free car tax reminders
Drivers can avoid costly penalties by signing up for a free DVLA online account, which takes just five minutes and sends vehicle tax reminders by text or email.
Alum Rock Road: 27,000 parking fines in 3 years
Over 27,000 parking fines were issued on Alum Rock Road in three years. Our visit found drivers ignoring rules daily, with penalties rising each year.
Motorists Warned of Delays on Two West Midlands Motorways
Motorists are being warned of major delays on the M6 and M5 in the West Midlands this morning after two separate incidents, according to National Highways.
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Red Light Breaks: 3 Points and £100 Fine as Offences Rise
More than 351,000 red-light offences were recorded in three years, up 37.5%. Drivers now risk 3 points and a £100 fine, data shows.
Motorcyclist dies after hitting kerb near Wolverhampton pub
A motorcyclist in his 20s has died after his Yamaha hit a kerb near the Red Lion pub on Bilston Road in Wolverhampton. Police appeal for witnesses.
Learner drivers face £924 test costs, £7,707 first year
Learner drivers pay at least £924 to pass, with first-year costs reaching £7,707. Confused.com expert Matt Crole-Rees reveals eight money mistakes.
Great Barr Road Crash Blocks Road and Diverts Buses
A crash on Great Barr Road in Birmingham has left the road partially blocked during rush hour, with bus services diverted and motorists warned to avoid the area.
Woman, toddler hurt in Cradley Heath crash
A woman and a toddler were injured in a two-car crash on Foxoak Street in Cradley Heath. A man was assessed and discharged at the scene, West Midlands Ambulance Service said.
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A38 Aston Expressway Car Fire Causes Major Delays
A car fire on the A38 Aston Expressway near Spaghetti Junction caused long delays, with one lane closed and traffic stopped for 25 minutes. Congestion reached city centre tunnels.
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