West Midlands travel disruption as temperatures hit -5C
Bus services across Birmingham face major disruptions due to icy conditions after snow. National Express urges passengers to stay safe. Follow the latest weather and travel updates.
Bus services across Birmingham face major disruptions due to icy conditions after snow. National Express urges passengers to stay safe. Follow the latest weather and travel updates.
A double-decker bus ploughed into a crowded stop outside a major Birmingham hospital, causing multiple injuries. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest updates.
A double-decker bus crashed into a stop in Perry Barr amid treacherous icy conditions. No injuries reported as gritters are deployed across the city.
A 997 bus collided with a bus stop outside One Stop Shopping Centre in Birmingham after hitting black ice. No one was injured, but the incident highlights widespread travel chaos.
National Express West Midlands reports major disruption with over 15 bus services diverted or cancelled due to icy roads. Check the latest list of affected routes and live updates here.
Birmingham's streets have become treacherous ice rinks, forcing bus diversions and causing multiple collisions. A Met Office yellow warning is in place. Follow our live updates.
Eight National Express West Midlands bus routes are diverted due to ice and snow on Friday, January 2. Check the full list of affected services and diversions here.
New bus lane cameras on Birmingham's Broad Street have issued 25,000 fines in their first year. Discover the enforcement details and how a camera adjustment led to a surge in penalties.
A major petition calls for free all-day bus passes for over-60s in England, mirroring schemes in Scotland and Wales. The government responds citing costs and local authority powers.
Dudley Council outlines major regeneration projects for 2026, including a new bus station and Metro link, while confirming council tax will rise by 4.9%. Explore the key developments.
Motorists in parts of England have been hit with £2.1 million in bus lane fines. Newcastle, Gateshead, and Sunderland issued the most penalties. Discover the reasons and your rights.
A young boy has suffered serious injuries after being struck by a bus at a Warwickshire junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest updates.
Erewash Borough Council invests £50,000 to upgrade bus shelters across the borough, including in Sandiacre and Long Eaton. Report issues via the council website.
A car overturned on Kings Heath High Street, Birmingham. Two people were assessed for minor injuries. Bus routes were temporarily disrupted. Read the latest traffic updates.
Rail passengers in southeast England face higher fares as contactless payment rollout aligns with TfL peak times. Some off-peak tickets are now more expensive.
Nearly 45,000 motorists have been fined for using bus lanes on Moor Street Queensway in Birmingham this year. Discover the city's most notorious traffic hotspots and how to avoid penalties.
A VAT rule change means Uber and private hire trips in England will cost 15-20% more from 2 Jan 2026. Find out why and who it hits hardest.
UK households could receive huge payouts for reporting high-value tax fraud to HMRC. Learn how the Strengthened Reward Scheme works and if you qualify.
The rollout of contactless payments on UK railways has led to higher peak-time fares and reduced off-peak options, sparking criticism from MPs and passenger groups. Find out how the changes affect your journey.
Major changes to Chelmsford's Chelmer Valley Park and Ride, including reduced hours and new fares, will start in 2026 to improve value for money. Read the full details.
Thousands more drivers have been fined after Birmingham City Council moved bus lane cameras on Broad Street. Discover the impact of the enforcement change and the surge in penalties.
A 32-year-old man has been arrested after a car crashed into a bus stop in Giessen, Germany, leaving three people injured. Police are investigating the incident.
Residents in Solihull are outraged after Transport for West Midlands cut the direct 73 bus to Heartlands Hospital. A petition demands a U-turn to restore the vital link for patients, staff, and visitors.
Wake Green Road in Moseley is closed following a serious collision. Police urge drivers to avoid the area as bus diversions are in place. Follow live updates.
Nearly 45,000 motorists have been fined on Moor Street Queensway bus lanes this year. Discover the city's top fine hotspots, costs, and how to appeal a PCN.
Campaigners fight to save the 73 bus route to Heartlands Hospital after changes leave Old Lode Lane residents stranded. Over 40 signatures gathered in hours.
The government's £3 bus fare cap, extended to 2027, makes Christmas markets and New Year's Eve fireworks accessible and affordable. Discover routes and savings.
Bus station workers and customer service staff in the West Midlands walk out for a second time, rejecting a 3.2% pay offer. UNISON warns of disruption to transport and projects.
A serious collision has led to the closure of the A41 Soho Road in Handsworth, Birmingham. Police are investigating and bus diversions are in place. Follow for live updates.
Swansea Council leader says the authority should not fear stepping in to run bus services directly as Wales rolls out new franchising legislation, aiming for a unified, reliable network by 2027.