Major Birmingham road shut after building fire
A major Birmingham road was closed for hours after a building fire required 20 firefighters. Read about the disruption and bus diversions.
A major Birmingham road was closed for hours after a building fire required 20 firefighters. Read about the disruption and bus diversions.
A two-car collision on the M6 northbound between J15 and J16 has closed two lanes, causing severe delays of up to an hour and six miles of tailbacks for post-Christmas travellers.
New enforcement cameras at a busy M5 junction will issue fines to drivers who stop in a yellow box. Many motorists are unaware of the rule, risking penalties.
The M27 motorway will close for 10 days from Christmas Eve, causing major disruption. Drivers are urged to plan ahead and consider alternative routes.
A boy and three adults were injured in a two-car collision at a Handsworth junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Get the latest Birmingham traffic news.
Drivers on the M5, M6, M25, M4 and M60 face severe delays as the festive getaway begins. The AA warns of 24 million cars on roads this Friday. Plan ahead now.
Birmingham's M5/M6 interchange is among the UK's worst traffic hotspots as the Christmas getaway peaks today. Drivers face severe jams with 24.4 million cars expected on roads.
Severe 40-minute delays on M6 southbound near Birmingham after police-led incident. Six-mile queues and lane closure cause major disruption. Latest traffic updates.
BBC Breakfast descended into chaos as the South East news team was evacuated due to a fire alarm during Wednesday's live show. Get the full story on the disruption and other major news covered.
The Met Office warns of 70mph gales and heavy rain set to disrupt Christmas travel across the UK. Check for cancellations and plan ahead for festive journeys.
A Met Office fog warning is in place for Birmingham and the West Midlands on Wednesday morning. Get the full Christmas week weather forecast and travel advice here.
Commuters face major disruption as a police incident near the railway between Coventry and Nuneaton cancels trains. Expected to last until 8:30 on Tuesday 16 December.
Birmingham's bin strike disruption is set to extend into 2026 as organisers plan a third major 'megapicket' protest. Read the latest on the ongoing industrial action.
Birmingham faces more bin chaos as a third 'megapicket' is planned for January 30, 2026. The strike over pay and roles threatens renewed disruption. Read the latest.
The EU's new Entry/Exit System for UK drivers is postponed to 2026. Get the latest on the delay, potential Dover gridlock fears, and official plans to minimise disruption.
New data reveals Birmingham drivers wasted 57 hours in traffic this year, a 6% rise. The city ranks in the UK's top five for congestion. Discover the worst routes and the national cost.
A major snow blast is set to hit northern England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland on December 18. Get the latest forecast and regional impacts here.
Birmingham and the West Midlands face days of heavy rain and strong winds, causing train cancellations and event postponements. Stay informed on the latest travel updates and safety advice.
Heavy rain and strong winds cause disruption across the West Midlands, cancelling a Christmas lights switch-on and blocking a railway line. Stay updated on the weather.
New enforcement cameras in Exeter and Barnstaple caught thousands breaching bus lanes and gates. Drivers get warnings first, then fines. Read the latest traffic updates.
Edinburgh Airport has suspended all operations due to a major IT issue with its air traffic control provider. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates.
Major disruption on Birmingham's Cross City Line as a signalling fault suspends services between New Street and Redditch/Bromsgrove. Delays expected with no clear resolution time. Read for travel alternatives.
Birmingham commuters face major disruption as the Cross City Line South is suspended due to recurring signalling issues. Check for ticket acceptance on buses and latest updates.
Rail passengers can breathe a sigh of relief as RMT union calls off planned CrossCountry strikes. Normal timetables are reinstated for key December Saturdays, though engineering work will cause some changes. Check before you travel.
M6 drivers in Cumbria face a 30mph speed limit for up to three years due to a major bridge replacement project. Key details on closures and local opposition revealed.
National Highways plans to close M6 Junction 38 near Tebay for up to three years for bridge replacements, imposing 30mph limits. A petition with 1,700+ signatures opposes the closure.
A person has died after being found on the tracks at Sileby Railway Station in Leicestershire. Major disruption affected East Midlands Railway services. Police are not treating the death as suspicious.
Solihull railway station was unexpectedly locked on December 1, forcing trains to skip the stop. Passengers faced disruption during the morning commute. Read for details and alternative travel advice.
Solihull railway station was forced to close early on 1st December 2025 due to a lack of available staff. Get the latest updates on the disruption and reopening here.
The Met Office warns of a month's rainfall in 24 hours, triggering amber and yellow warnings. Expect flooding, transport chaos, and power cuts. Prepare your flood kit now.