Birmingham gritters tackle snow after Storm Goretti
Birmingham City Council pledges to treat priority roads and footpaths overnight after Storm Goretti's snow causes widespread travel disruption and school closures. Read the latest updates.
Birmingham City Council pledges to treat priority roads and footpaths overnight after Storm Goretti's snow causes widespread travel disruption and school closures. Read the latest updates.
The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning for the West Midlands, with partially thawed snow refreezing to create hazardous conditions on roads and pavements. Stay updated.
Birmingham City Council admits it cannot treat every road after Storm Goretti. Gritters prioritised major routes, leaving some residential streets icy. Full statement and resident reactions inside.
Birmingham residents demand better gritting after Storm Goretti leaves roads treacherous. Council defends priority system covering 50% of roads. Read the full story.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow, affecting 51 areas across the UK this Sunday. Disruption to travel and power is likely. Check the full list to see if you're affected.
Storm Goretti causes travel chaos across the Midlands with multiple roads blocked by snow and dozens of vehicles stranded. Get the full list of affected routes and latest updates.
A second major snow event is forecast to hit Birmingham and the Midlands on Sunday, January 11, with heavy accumulations expected from midday. Get the latest forecast and travel warnings.
A second wave of snow is forecast to hit the UK this Sunday, 11th January, with 72 counties affected. Key Midlands towns including Birmingham and Coventry are in the firing line. Read the full forecast.
Storm Goretti brings heavy snowfall to Birmingham and the West Midlands, causing travel disruption and covering streets. See pictures and latest updates.
Meteorologist Jim Dale identifies the UK's most perilous roads for van drivers during high winds, including the M62 and A57. Discover the full list and safety advice.
Fresh weather maps warn of a colossal 739-mile snow band hitting the UK from Scotland to Kent on January 11-12. Get the latest forecasts and travel warnings.
The Met Office reveals the narrow strip of England escaping severe snow and ice warnings this week. Find out if your area is on the list.
A severe new snow bomb is forecast to hit the UK this Sunday, bringing 12 hours of continuous snow flurries. Maps show widespread risk from Cumbria to East Anglia. Read the full forecast and affected areas.
Dudley Council faces backlash over removal of 500 grit bins during cold snap. Leader pledges review as residents report dangerous icy roads. Read the latest.
An 82-year-old peer's second driving ban this year has reignited concerns about the self-assessment system for older drivers in the UK. Discover the details and the wider debate.
Birmingham City Council says it's 'not possible' to grit every street after two teenagers took action on icy roads. With more snow forecast, read the full story.
The UK faces a major snow event with up to 60cm forecast for the Yorkshire Dales and snow reaching Birmingham on January 15. Travel disruption and health warnings are issued.
The Met Office has expanded its yellow weather warning for snow and ice to include Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Stoke. The alert runs from 3pm Sunday to noon Monday, with up to 8cm possible. Travel disruption is expected.
New data reveals alarming drink-driving rates on UK roads over Christmas, with police ramping up enforcement. Discover the shocking regional figures and expert analysis.
Two Bartley Green teenagers took community safety into their own hands, gritting icy roads with a wheelie bin after snowfall. Read their inspiring story.
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.
A 21-hour Met Office snow and ice warning is in force for the Midlands and Wales from Sunday, threatening up to 8cm of snow and major travel disruption for the first Monday back after Christmas.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across parts of the Midlands and Wales from Sunday. Up to 8cm could fall in some areas. Read the latest forecast and travel advice.
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.
Birmingham City Council has reduced speed limits from 40mph to 30mph on 27 key routes. The move aims to cut collisions, improve air quality, and create safer streets for all. Discover the full story and official statements.
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.
Weather maps predict a major snow event for England in January, with South Yorkshire facing up to 24cm per hour. The Met Office warns of further wintry disruption.
The Met Office warns 55 parts of the UK, including England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, will be hit by a second wave of heavy snow from Monday, with up to 30cm possible. Full list of affected areas inside.
Parts of the West Midlands woke to snow. Acas explains your employment rights if severe weather prevents you from travelling to your job. Know your options.
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.