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New Speed Cameras Go Live on Small Heath Highway

New speed cameras are now operational on Birmingham's A45 Small Heath Highway. The council and police initiative aims to cut collisions after 23 road deaths in a year. Find out the six routes targeted.

Faulty M6 speed cameras wrongly fined drivers

Faulty variable speed cameras on the M6 in the West Midlands issued wrongful fines. Police will refund drivers and remove penalty points. Read the latest on this major traffic update.

Speed camera fault leads to refunds for UK drivers

Thousands of motorists in England are due refunds after a technical fault caused speed cameras to activate incorrectly. National Highways has identified 2,650 errors since 2021. Read the full story.

Scotland increases HGV speed limit to 50mph

Scotland confirms a 10mph rise for lorries on major roads, aiming to improve safety by reducing speed differentials. Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop explains the move.

Drivers fined in West Midlands 20mph zones

Dozens of motorists in the West Midlands have been fined for speeding in 20mph zones, with 59 offences recorded this year. Discover the facts and upcoming city-wide speed limit changes.

Birmingham axes 40mph limits on main roads

Birmingham City Council confirms 40mph speed limits will be replaced by 30mph on most main routes. New speed cameras also announced as part of major road safety strategy.

Birmingham cuts speed limits on 27 main roads to 30mph

Birmingham City Council enforces new 30mph limits on over 25 key routes, including Bristol Road and Hagley Road West, as part of a major road safety drive. Learn the full list and locations of new speed cameras.

New 30mph speed limits on 27 Birmingham roads

Birmingham enforces new 30mph limits on 27 major routes, cutting speeds from 40mph. Council declares 'road safety emergency' with new cameras installed. Find out which roads are affected.

Birmingham cuts speed limits on 27 major roads

Speed limits have been slashed to 30mph on 27 key Birmingham routes. New cameras are being installed as part of a major road safety drive. Full list of affected roads inside.

£150 Energy Bill Cut for Fixed Tariffs from 2026

The Labour government confirms a £150 annual energy bill reduction for all households in England, Scotland, and Wales from April 2026, including those on fixed tariffs. Ministers pressure suppliers to pass on savings.

Labour urged to change motorway speed limit to 80mph

Motorists petition the Labour government to increase the national motorway speed limit from 70mph to 80mph for the first time since 1965, citing modern car safety. The petition needs 100,000 signatures for a debate.

England's Drink-Drive Limit Set for Major Cut

The UK Government plans to slash the drink-drive limit in England and Wales to 22 micrograms, aligning with Scotland. Discover the details and road safety implications.

Speke project awarded £7,842 to fight food waste

A Speke community project secures a £7,842 grant to help residents reduce food waste, learn vital cooking skills, and promote sustainability through workshops and a new community fridge.

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