Multiple Fatalities Feared in Major Meath Collision
A serious road traffic collision involving a bus, truck, and car in Co Meath has left multiple people feared dead. Emergency services are on the scene. Read the latest updates.
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Khan launches new London road victim support service
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announces a permanent, three-year Road Victim Support Service following a successful pilot. The initiative provides emotional and practical aid to those affected by traffic collisions.
£500k for Permanent HS2 Street Lighting in Warwickshire
Warwickshire Council plans to spend £500,000 of HS2 road safety funding to permanently keep temporary street lighting on Fosse Way. The move aims to enhance long-term road safety.
HS2 funding deadline extension sought for Coleshill works
Warwickshire County Council requests HS2 deadline extension to allocate £2.5 million for A446 Coleshill Junction safety improvements. Read the latest transport news.
Widow's plea after phone driver kills husband
A heartbroken widow calls for lifetime driving bans after her husband was killed by a driver using her phone. Discover the campaign for road safety reform in Birmingham.
Survey: Nearly Half of Families Worry About Older Drivers
New IAM RoadSmart survey reveals 46% of UK adults have discussed driving safety with older relatives. Charity calls for licence renewal review as government considers new road safety strategy.
Hoax caller jailed for Rambo-style 9/11 threats
Steven Ridley, 53, has been imprisoned for 14 months after making hoax bomb threats to police, referencing the IRA and a '9/11-style bloodbath'. Read the full court details.
DVSA Driving Test Changes Start 24 November
The DVSA is making permanent changes to the UK driving test from 24 November 2025. The updates aim to create safer, more competent drivers by making the test more reflective of real-world driving.
Body found in Birmingham canal after police call
A man was pronounced dead at a Birmingham canal near Bordesley Green East. Police do not treat the death as suspicious. Read the latest updates.
Half of Birmingham feels unsafe on roads
New research reveals 50% of Birmingham residents feel unsafe on local roads, with dangerous driving and poor conditions cited as major concerns. Discover the findings and what needs to change.
Large Emergency Services Presence in Bordesley Green
A significant emergency services operation unfolded on Bordesley Green East, Birmingham. Police, fire, and ambulance crews were dispatched to the scene. Follow for live updates.
Chemical spill at school sends five to hospital
Five people, including three teenagers, hospitalised after a chemical spill at Biddulph High School. Emergency services secure the site. Read the latest updates.
10 demands to halt Birmingham's road death crisis
Road safety campaigners issue 10 urgent demands to Birmingham politicians after a spike in crash deaths and injuries. Discover the blueprint for safer streets.
Man dies at Stafford McDonald's, death not suspicious
A man has died at a McDonald's restaurant in Stafford despite the efforts of emergency services. Paramedics administered advanced life support but could not save him.
UK snow storm: Stockpile these 4 items now
The Met Office warns of a 51-hour snow storm hitting the UK. Discover the four essential items households need to stockpile to cope with the disruption and stay safe.
6 essential items to buy before -7C Arctic blast
Met Office warns of -7C temperatures and widespread frost. Urgent checklist of 6 essential items every UK household needs to prepare for the cold snap.
5 Vital Road Safety Tips for New UK Drivers
A police road safety expert reveals five crucial tips for new and young drivers during Road Safety Week. Learn how to stay safe and reduce risks on UK roads.
18 items drivers must pack before Tuesday snow
The RAC urges UK drivers to pack 18 essential items in their car boots ahead of a major snow storm. Be prepared for every eventuality on the roads.
Met Office: Gather 6 items before Tuesday snow
The Met Office warns UK households to prepare for potential power cuts and being cut off by snow. Gather these six essential items now to stay safe.
Emergency services respond to River Wye incident in Hereford
Police, paramedics and firefighters descended on Hereford's River Wye after reports of a person entering the water. A man was located and taken to hospital. Officers remain at the scene.
Airport explosion injures 15 and grounds flights
A massive explosion near Argentina's main international airport injures 15 and causes major flight disruption. Shocking footage captures the fireball and mushroom cloud.
West Midlands Ambulance Delays Worst in UK
West Midlands Ambulance Service faces the UK's worst hospital handover delays, losing 41,000 hours in October alone. Discover the impact on patients and the call for an independent review.
Man dies in Birmingham city centre medical emergency
A man has tragically died on Corporation Street in Birmingham city centre. West Midlands Ambulance Service confirms despite advanced life support, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
Shearers raise £200k for Wales Air Ambulance
Cneifio Cylch's sheep shearing community has raised nearly £200,000 for Wales Air Ambulance over 14 years, funding 56 lifesaving missions across rural Wales. Discover their incredible story.
Storm Claudia: 9 Items for Your Car Before Friday
UK drivers urged to pack nine essential items as Storm Claudia's amber warning hits. Get the full checklist and expert advice for safe travel.
Prepare emergency kit for Storm Claudia, UK warned
The Met Office issues an amber warning as Storm Claudia brings flooding risk. Households are urged to prepare an emergency kit with 9 essential items before midday Friday.
Grandad, 83, sleeps on camp bed in 14-hour A&E ordeal
George Morris, 83, endured a 14-hour A&E wait where his family brought a camp bed for him to lie on. His daughter describes 'shameless' NHS conditions as pressure on emergency departments continues.
20-year minimum sentence proposed for dangerous driving
A new petition demands mandatory 20-year sentences for fatal drug-driving offences and permanent licence bans. The government must respond if it reaches 10,000 signatures.
10-Minute Heart Attack Test Speeds Up A&E Diagnosis
A revolutionary bedside heart attack test delivers results in just 10 minutes, safely accelerating patient care and easing pressure on UK emergency departments.
Man arrested after two women kicked in Birmingham
A 40-year-old man has been arrested following two separate assaults in Birmingham where women were kicked. Police are continuing their investigation and appealing for witnesses.
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