Bus diversions across Birmingham and Midlands in heavy snow
Storm Goretti brings heavy snow, causing travel chaos. National Express West Midlands diverts dozens of bus services. Check the full list of affected routes and latest travel advice.
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Car ploughs into Sutton Coldfield bus stop
A red vehicle hit a National Express West Midlands bus shelter on Walmley Road. No injuries were reported but the shelter was damaged. Read the latest traffic updates.
A45 Coventry Road near Birmingham Airport to close this weekend
The A45 Coventry Road in Sheldon will be closed towards Birmingham city centre from Friday night. Find out the diversion routes and which bus services are affected.
£68m funding boost for Essex bus services
Essex County Council has secured over £68 million in government funding to improve bus reliability, connections, and accessibility across the county. Discover the plans.
Schoolchildren fall from bus window in Ashton-in-Makerfield
Three high school pupils suffered potentially serious injuries after falling from a bus window on Bolton Road. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, rushed to the scene.
Snow Hill Queensway Closure: Weekend Bus Diversions
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 Jan 2026 for a crane lift. Key National Express bus routes diverted. Full diversion details here.
Birmingham Bus Diversions: Snow Hill Queensway Weekend Closure
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 January for a crane lift. National Express West Midlands services 7, 9, 12, 13, 16, 52, 74, 101, 126, X8 & X10 diverted. Full diversion details here.
Transpennine Route Upgrade: Strong 2025 Progress
The multi-billion-pound Transpennine Route Upgrade reports strong 2025 progress, with key works at Huddersfield station and over 5,000 people now on the project. Discover how it will transform northern rail.
A45 Coventry Road to close for vital bus works
The A45 Coventry Road into Birmingham will shut for a full weekend in January 2026 for Sprint bus route construction. Plan your journey with our essential guide.
Freedom Pass for 400k London Retirees Under Threat
A review could scrap or restrict the free transport Freedom Pass for Londoners over 66. Critics call it unfair and a 'ticking time bomb' for council budgets. Read the latest.
Key Birmingham road closed for two days this weekend
A key route into Birmingham city centre will be closed from Friday night for Sprint bus works. Drivers are urged to plan ahead and use diversions.
1.2 million could lose free bus passes in London
A major review threatens free travel for over 1.2 million over-60s and pensioners as costs soar. Find out what changes could be coming.
£500k safety upgrade for Solihull cycle route
Solihull Council launches consultation on a £500,000 scheme to replace temporary 'orca' kerbs with permanent ones on Blossomfield Road, aiming to boost cyclist safety and numbers. Have your say by 2 February.
Bus driver seriously hurt in Small Heath van collision
A National Express bus driver suffered potentially serious injuries in a crash with a van at a Birmingham roundabout. Two passengers were also hospitalised. Read the latest traffic and safety update.
Bus and van crash at Birmingham roundabout near Asda
A National Express bus and a van collided at Heybarnes Circus in Small Heath during Monday's rush hour, causing significant traffic disruption. Read the latest traffic update.
Major Update on Free Bus Passes for Over-60s
MPs debate extending free bus travel to all over-60s in England today. A 100,000-signature petition demands change. Will England align with Scotland, Wales & NI?
Birmingham bus diversions due to icy weather
National Express West Midlands bus services face major disruptions in Birmingham and the Black Country on 5 January 2026 due to severe ice. Check routes before you travel.
Birmingham crash: Suspected drink driver arrested on Jennens Road
A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving after crashing into electrical equipment in Birmingham. Buses diverted and drivers told to avoid the area.
West Midlands bus diversions due to frost and snow warning
Multiple National Express bus services in Birmingham, West Bromwich and Dudley are diverted due to icy conditions. A Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice starts Sunday. Check your route.
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 Crashes Into Birmingham Hospital Stop, Injuries Reported
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.
Bus crashes into stop on icy Birmingham roads
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.
Bus crashes into Birmingham stop on icy road
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.
Birmingham bus chaos: 15+ routes hit by icy roads
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 roads turn to ice rinks in freezing weather
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.
Snow Disrupts Birmingham Bus Routes
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.
25,000 drivers caught by new Birmingham bus lane cameras
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.
Campaign for free bus travel for over-60s in England
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.
easyJet's new Liverpool-Naples flights start August 2026
easyJet announces a major new route from Liverpool to Naples, Italy, starting August 2026. Flights will operate twice weekly, with package holidays also available. Discover the Amalfi Coast with affordable fares.
High street fears 5-month closure in rail upgrade
Uppermill businesses warn a five-month road closure for the Transpennine Route Upgrade could be devastating. Shopkeepers demand better communication from Network Rail.
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