Five road deaths in one week spark safety crisis
A devastating week on West Midlands roads has claimed five lives, including a teenage boy and elderly pedestrian, raising serious concerns about road safety measures and infrastructure.
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DVSA's critical warning about dangerous overtaking mistake
Drivers across Britain are being alerted to a dangerous overtaking error that could lead to catastrophic collisions and hefty penalties. The DVSA reveals why patience could save lives.
Motorway Police: 'We're Not Targeting You' Amid Driver Fears
Central Motorway Police Group reassures motorists after social media panic about increased patrols on M5, M6, M42 and M1 - here's what's really happening
Police stop M6 driver for going too slow in middle lane
West Midlands Police catch motorist driving significantly below 70mph speed limit in middle lane, causing dangerous congestion on busy motorway.
Birmingham's bridge bashing crisis costs £100k
Exclusive investigation reveals Birmingham's low bridges have been struck over 1,000 times in three years, costing taxpayers nearly £100,000 in repairs and causing major traffic disruption across the city.
Secret M6 Motorway Viewing Spot Discovered
A hidden vantage point overlooking the M6 motorway has been uncovered by locals, providing stunning elevated views of the busy transport artery that thousands drive past daily without knowing it exists.
Driver flees M6 crash leaving passenger critically injured
A shocking hit-and-run on the M6 near Birmingham leaves passenger critically injured as driver abandons vehicle and escapes on foot. Police launch urgent manhunt.
M5 delays continue until 2025 as works extended
Drivers using the M5 between Bromsgrove and Oldbury face at least another year of disruption as National Highways confirms smart motorway conversion works will continue until spring 2025, causing significant delays and lane closures.
Millions of UK drivers breaking eyesight laws
Shocking new research reveals up to 10 million British motorists may be driving with vision below legal standards, creating a major road safety crisis.
M5 police incident causes major traffic chaos near Birmingham
Major disruption on M5 as police incident closes lanes near Birmingham, causing extensive delays and traffic chaos during evening rush hour.
20,000 drivers using M6 Toll to dodge motorway jams
Exclusive investigation reveals how thousands of savvy motorists are beating M6 congestion with strategic toll road usage as new data shows dramatic traffic shifts across Midlands motorways.
UK Kitchen Appliance Alert: Fire Risk & High Costs
A major safety warning has been issued for millions of UK households as faulty kitchen appliances are causing unexpected fires and massive energy bills. Here's how to check if you're at risk.
Danger Cladding: 85 West Midlands Buildings At Risk
Exclusive investigation uncovers 85 buildings across Birmingham and West Midlands still wrapped in dangerous cladding years after Grenfell tragedy. Residents living in fear as safety crisis continues.
Shopper catapulted backwards in supermarket slip horror
Dramatic footage reveals the terrifying moment a Birmingham shopper was sent flying backwards after slipping on a wet supermarket floor, sparking urgent safety concerns.
West Midlands Speed Limits Slashed to 30mph on 27 Roads
Commuters face major changes as 27 key roads across the West Midlands see speed limits reduced from 40mph to 30mph in dramatic safety overhaul starting this month.
How your car's safety feature makes you invisible
Millions of UK drivers are unknowingly putting themselves at risk due to a common car safety feature. Experts reveal how automatic headlights are creating dangerous 'invisible' vehicles on our roads, especially during daytime driving conditions.
M6 Motorway Mystery: The Strange Sight Baffling Drivers
Commuters on the M6 are reporting a bizarre phenomenon that's leaving them scratching their heads. Discover the unexplained object that's become the motorway's biggest talking point.
M6 Speed Cameras: New Midlands Safety Crackdown
Major speed camera installation planned for key M6 junctions in Staffordshire and Cheshire as National Highways launches new safety initiative to reduce accidents.
Schoolboy, 10, survives metal railing impalement
A ten-year-old Birmingham schoolboy cheats death after being impaled through the leg by a metal railing spike in a shocking playground accident that required emergency services to free him.
Birmingham police and council target dangerous drivers
West Midlands Police and Birmingham City Council unveil groundbreaking partnership to tackle dangerous driving with new enforcement powers and community reporting tools.
Urgent UK warning over deadly letterbox fire risk
UK fire chiefs issue urgent warning about deadly letterbox dangers as energy costs soar and households seek alternative heating methods. Discover the simple protective measure that could prevent tragedy.
Triple Fatal M6 Crash: Police Urgent Witness Appeal
West Midlands Police are urgently seeking witnesses after a devastating crash claimed three lives on the M6 near Birmingham. The multi-vehicle collision involved a Mercedes and occurred between junctions 9 and 10.
Fireworks hurled from car at pedestrians in shocking attack
Dramatic video captures dangerous fireworks attack on busy Midlands street as police launch urgent investigation into reckless endangerment.
Three dead in M53 multi-vehicle crash, infant critical
A devastating multi-vehicle collision on the M53 in Cheshire has left three people dead, including a man and woman in their 40s, with a young infant fighting for life in hospital as police launch urgent investigation.
Five motorway speed traps catching most drivers
Exclusive data reveals Britain's most notorious speed camera hotspots on major motorways - is your regular route on the list?
Winter footwear warning for women drivers
Motoring specialists reveal why wearing certain types of footwear while driving could lead to accidents and invalidate insurance claims. Essential safety advice for women drivers.
M5 Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Major Rush Hour Delays
Severe disruption on the M5 near Birmingham after significant multi-vehicle collision closes lanes and creates extensive delays during Wednesday morning rush hour.
Mum's 'ghost' sighting reveals terrifying security breach
A mother's eerie encounter with what she thought was a ghost in her baby's nursery uncovered a disturbing security breach that will make you double-check your home security.
Birmingham climate activist sentenced for M6 protest
A Birmingham climate activist has been sentenced after scaling a motorway gantry and causing major traffic disruption during a Just Stop Oil protest on the M6.
Motorway parking warning: Service station theft risk revealed
Drivers are being warned about the hidden dangers of parking at motorway service areas after new research reveals they're becoming hotspots for criminal activity.
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