Birmingham Speed Camera Van Hotspots: 5 Roads to Watch
Speed camera vans in Birmingham caught 774 drivers on Fort Parkway alone in early 2026. Discover the top 5 hotspot roads where police target speeding motorists.
Category : Traffic Updates
West Midlands Speeding: 137mph Top Speed in 2026
Exclusive WMP data reveals top 10 highest motorway speeds in West Midlands over past year, with 137mph on M6, four entries over 130mph, and six M6 incidents.
Barclays £200 Switch Bonus Deadline August 27
Barclays is offering new customers £200 for switching accounts and transferring two direct debits before August 27. Must deposit £2,000 within 30 days.
50,000 Parking Fines on Two Birmingham Roads in 3 Years
Over 50,000 parking fines were issued on Alum Rock Road and Stratford Road in three years, but payment rates remain unknown as the council lacks road-specific data.
Cambridgeshire Road Closures: Essential Works from August 2026
Cambridgeshire County Council issues temporary traffic orders for road closures and restrictions across Cambridge and villages, enabling essential maintenance from August 2026.
Skoda tops West Midlands 2026 speed list at 137mph
A Skoda family car hit 137mph, the highest speed recorded in the West Midlands in 2026, according to police FOI data. BMW, Mercedes, and Audi follow.
Essex Road Closures August 2026: Full List
Motorists in Chelmsford, Epping Forest and Basildon face temporary road closures and clearways from August 2026. Essex County Council has published orders covering drainage, utility and tree works, with diversions and dates.
Birmingham 30mph Roads: Speed Camera Van Spots
Birmingham police speed camera vans target new 30mph roads after speed limits cut from 40mph. Over 300 offences on A34 Walsall Road alone.
Chelmsford Road Closures: Full List and Dates
Essex County Council has announced temporary road and footpath closures across Chelmsford areas including Springfield, Roxwell, and Boreham, starting August 2026, for essential maintenance and utility works.
M6 Lorry Fire Near Birmingham Airport Causes Delays
A lorry fire on the M6 northbound near Birmingham Airport caused 90-minute delays. No injuries reported. Fire crews extinguished the blaze; one lane reopened.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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