Fuel prices surge in sharpest monthly rise since April 2024
UK drivers face a costly Christmas as petrol and diesel prices see their sharpest monthly rise since April 2024. The RAC warns of festive travel squeeze. Find out how to save.
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UK drivers face £75 petrol charge as pump prices surge
RAC data reveals a sharp rise in UK fuel prices, pushing the cost of filling a family petrol car to over £75. Diesel prices also climb to an August 2024 high. Discover the full impact.
VED Hike: 13 Car Tax Bands to Rise from April 2026
Motorists face higher road tax from April 2026 as 13 VED bands increase due to inflation, with the highest band rising by £30. Find out how the changes affect you.
UK fuel prices rise at fastest rate in 20 months
Petrol and diesel prices at UK pumps have jumped sharply in November, hitting drivers ahead of Christmas. The RAC warns of costly festive travel. Find out how to save.
UK's 2030 Petrol & Diesel Car Ban: What You Need to Know
A major UK driving law change in 2030 will ban new petrol and diesel car sales. Discover how this shift to electric vehicles will affect millions of households and the challenges ahead.
Boxer Ben Whittaker's home burgled during TV fight
Olympic medallist Ben Whittaker's home was burgled as he fought live on TV. His IBF title belt was stolen. Police are appealing for information.
Asda's new fuel discount after driver complaints
Asda introduces a 3p per litre fuel saving for drivers spending £15+ in Express stores this December. The move follows customer criticism over prices and service changes.
Car bosses urge EU to stick to 2035 petrol car ban
Volvo and Polestar CEOs urge the EU to hold firm on the 2035 petrol car ban, warning that pausing it is a 'bad idea' as Germany lobbies to soften the deadline. Read the full story.
Boxer Ben Whittaker's home burgled, IBF belt stolen
British boxer Ben Whittaker's Wednesbury home was burgled while he fought in Birmingham. His IBF belt was stolen. Police are investigating and a reward is offered.
CCTV image released after Stourbridge shop robbery
West Midlands Police are appealing for help to identify a man after a robbery at a shop in Sandringham Place, Stourbridge, on September 2. Staff tried to stop him.
Solihull station locked, trains unable to stop
Solihull railway station was unexpectedly locked on December 1, forcing trains to skip the stop. Passengers faced disruption during the morning commute. Read for details and alternative travel advice.
Boxer Ben Whittaker's home burgled after fight win
Olympic boxer Ben Whittaker returns from victorious Matchroom debut to discover his Wednesbury home burgled and IBF belt stolen. The fighter offers a reward for information.
Birmingham rapper's petrol station flamethrower attack
Notorious Birmingham rapper Twista Cheese used aerosol flamethrower at petrol station, causing £7k damage and risking explosion. Read the shocking CCTV footage details.
Dad diagnosed with cancer after lump dismissed by doctor
Matt Green, 34, from Stourbridge, was diagnosed with stage 3 lymph node cancer after a doctor initially told him a lump was 'nothing to worry about'. A fundraiser aims to support his family.
Edgbaston: UK's Worst Burglary Hotspot Revealed
Birmingham's B15 postcode has the highest burglary rate in Britain. Police data reveals the streets hit and a shocking £12k gold theft case. Share your story.
Fuel duty to rise by 57p per litre by 2027
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends the fuel duty freeze, introducing a 57.95p per litre charge by 2027. Discover the full impact on motorists and new EV taxes.
Cannabis grow discovered in Redditch house
Police in Redditch discovered a significant cannabis grow with up to 40 plants after responding to a burglary report. A man and woman were arrested. Report crime anonymously.
Petrol sales collapse as electric vehicle demand surges
New data reveals a dramatic shift in UK car sales, with electric vehicles capturing over a quarter of the market. Industry leaders warn government policy could jeopardise this green growth.
Budget 2025: Car tax rise for petrol and diesel drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty will rise with inflation from 2026, hitting petrol and diesel drivers. Electric vehicle pay-per-mile charge confirmed for 2028.
Fuel Duty Frozen in Labour's Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has frozen fuel duty for 10 months, a major win for UK drivers. The 5p cut remains, saving motorists money at the pump. Read the full analysis.
CCTV Appeal After Erdington Burglary Attempt
West Midlands Police issue CCTV appeal after a man attempted to break into a Robin Road, Erdington property on October 5. Call 101 with information.
Stourbridge students perform Madness medley in West End
Stagecoach Stourbridge students aged 11-16 wowed a packed Shaftesbury Theatre with a Madness medley after just eight rehearsals. Discover their journey and book a trial.
Stourbridge petrol station raid: Man arrested
Burglars armed with crowbars targeted a Stourbridge filling station in early hours raid. Police arrested suspect 90 minutes later. Read the latest updates.
Peaky Blinders Cap Wearers Sought After Burglary
Staffordshire Police release CCTV of two men in Peaky Blinders-style caps after a Tamworth house burglary where cash and jewellery were stolen. A blue BMW was seen acting suspiciously.
Fuel Duty Rise: First in 15 Years from Wednesday
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could introduce the first fuel duty rise in 15 years, adding up to £70 to HGV costs. FairFuelUK warns of a 'political disaster'.
Fuel duty cut at risk, drivers face price shock
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may scrap the 5p fuel duty cut in the Budget, triggering immediate petrol price rises. Motoring groups urge a freeze to ease cost of living pressures.
150,000 drivers warn Reeves over fuel duty
Over 152,000 sign petition urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to cut or freeze fuel duty in the Autumn Budget. 54.7% of Labour voters support a cut. Read the full story.
Drivers urge Chancellor to halt 5p fuel duty rise
Motoring groups warn a planned 5p fuel duty hike in the Autumn Budget could cost households billions and push pump prices to record highs. Read the full analysis.
Police launch major crime blitz in Erdington
West Midlands Police launch Operation Skybridge in Erdington, targeting vehicle crime, drugs and burglary. Officers have already made multiple arrests and seized weapons.
UK petrol and diesel car ban confirmed for 2030
Labour government brings forward petrol and diesel car ban to 2030. Learn how this affects drivers and the future of electric vehicles in the UK.
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