Birmingham Council plans new traffic calming on Cranes Park Road in Sheldon. The scheme, part of a wider plan to prioritise people over cars, includes a refuge island and mini-roundabout. Have your say in the consultation.
China greenlights the 76-mile Bohai Strait Tunnel, slashing travel between Dalian and Yantai from 6 hours to 40 minutes. Discover the £23bn project's impact and challenges.
Residents and parish councillors in Charlton, Worcestershire, strongly oppose plans for six bungalows on agricultural land, citing traffic and sustainability concerns. Read the full story.
New data reveals a stark regional divide in UK EV charger availability, making the switch to electric cars 'impossible' for many. Experts demand a national strategy to end the inequality.
The UK's public EV charger rollout lost momentum in 2025, with only 13,500 new units. Experts blame mixed government signals and rising costs. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits final £89m public funds for the Lower Thames Crossing, giving the green light for 2026 construction start. The project aims to open in the early 2030s.
The Department for Infrastructure unveils a draft plan to cut vehicle noise pollution, including speed restrictions in 10 areas. Public consultation open until Jan 2026.
New data reveals a mere 0.2% of UK heavy goods vehicles are electric. Industry leaders urge Labour government for urgent action on charging infrastructure to meet the 2040 diesel HGV ban.
Aldi and Morrisons introduce customer limits on festive vegetables priced at just 5p, sparking a Christmas price war. Lidl refuses to ration. Discover the full story and NFU concerns.
Plans for a major 99MW battery energy storage system in Staffordshire have been unanimously refused by councillors following nearly 150 objections over fire risks and Green Belt impact. Read the full story.
As Parliament closes, Alex Burghart MP details local campaigns against the Planning Bill, Norwich-Tilbury pylons, and a Tawney Common solar farm. Read his festive message.
Parents in Birmingham are expressing deep concern over letting their children visit the city's Christmas Markets alone, following a spate of knife crime. Discover their fears and police safety advice.
UK households face a £100 rise in energy bills to fund a £28bn national grid infrastructure upgrade. Ofgem says the investment is essential for security and the green transition. Read the full details.
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.
Sandwell Council approves plans to convert the historic Corks Social Club into homes, despite highways officers calling the lack of parking 'unacceptable'. Read the full story.
Sainsbury's is testing dual-facing cameras in grocery delivery vehicles, raising staff surveillance concerns. The trial focuses on safety, but drivers feel spied on. Read the full story.
A wheelchair user's distressing journey through Birmingham city centre exposes serious accessibility failures. Discover the urgent need for change in our streets.
Plans for a major new infrastructure-led town, Wychavon, near Worcestershire Parkway Station are revealed. 10,000 energy-efficient homes and community facilities planned.
Lilly Iaschelcic, an influencer with 600k followers, was fined after her website falsely claimed she was a registered osteopath. Discover the court's ruling and its implications for public protection.
Rochdale Borough Council has validated numerous planning applications including housing developments, infrastructure projects, and commercial conversions across Heywood, Middleton and Littleborough.
New constituency map reveals England's public EV charging rollout is failing to meet demand. Labour urged to address the growing infrastructure gap.
Birmingham City Council launches public consultation for a permanent cycle route from the city centre to A457 Dudley Road. Have your say on the updated designs.
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.
Worcester Labour MP Tom Collins is urged to stand up for wildlife after voting against protection amendments to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill. Can he reconcile housing needs with nature?
Road safety campaigners issue 10 urgent demands to Birmingham politicians after a spike in crash deaths and injuries. Discover the blueprint for safer streets.
Greater Manchester is spearheading the fight against cyber attacks costing the UK economy £14.7bn annually. Discover how new government legislation aims to protect critical services.
A major new £120m flood defence scheme in the West Country is predicted to boost the regional economy by £1.4bn and create thousands of new jobs. Discover how this infrastructure protects communities.
The UK government introduces a landmark cyber security bill to protect critical infrastructure from attacks costing the economy £15bn annually. Learn how this affects businesses.
Dudley Council faces union pressure over CCTV recordings capturing staff conversations. UNISON demands answers as investigation continues into data breach allegations.
Labour's 2030 petrol car ban faces resistance as 91% of drivers refuse electric vehicles or cycling. Discover the barriers preventing widespread adoption in the UK.