New Birmingham cameras to punish drivers for banned turns
Birmingham City Council is activating new cameras to catch drivers making illegal turns at three key junctions. The road safety initiative will start with warnings before fines are issued.
Birmingham City Council is activating new cameras to catch drivers making illegal turns at three key junctions. The road safety initiative will start with warnings before fines are issued.
Storm Goretti's heavy snow causes major disruption across Birmingham, closing schools and blocking roads. Latest traffic updates and Met Office warnings for Friday 9 January 2026.
Around 50 vehicles are trapped on the A5 in Tamworth after heavy snowfall forced a major road closure. Get live traffic updates and travel advice for the West Midlands.
Plymouth City Council issues 18-month traffic order for Normandy Hill closure to facilitate National Grid connection works from January 2026. Plan your journey.
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.
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.
A section of the M6 southbound was closed after a teenage girl fell from an ambulance on a slip road. She was taken to hospital with no serious injuries. Read the latest traffic updates.
Cornwall Council announces temporary road closures for utility works and an event in St Ives, Ludgvan, Leedstown and Pendeen from January 12-30, 2026. Full details on diversions and contacts here.
Leonard Hobrow, 88, died in hospital three weeks after a two-car collision near a Tamworth roundabout. Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses and footage.
A lorry crash and oil spill on the M6 southbound between Stoke and Stafford has closed lanes, creating six-mile queues and 30-minute delays. Avoid the area.
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.
Follow live updates as Birmingham City host Championship leaders Coventry City at St Andrew's. Team news, score updates, and analysis from a crucial 3pm kick-off.
The A38M Aston Expressway is closed in both directions between Park Circus and Dartmouth Circus. National Highways warns drivers to allow extra time for journeys.
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.
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.
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.
M42 motorway closed between Junctions 9 and 10 following a police-led incident on Friday morning. Diversions are in place. Follow for live updates.
A comprehensive guide to the major motoring law changes coming in 2026, from VED hikes and pay-per-mile plans to new congestion zones and compensation schemes. Stay informed to avoid fines.
Staffordshire Police are investigating a sexual assault on a woman in her 20s at The Sir Robert Peel pub in Tamworth. They are appealing for witnesses and information.
A car overturned on Kings Heath High Street, Birmingham. Two people were assessed for minor injuries. Bus routes were temporarily disrupted. Read the latest traffic updates.
The DVSA reveals major 2026 driving test updates, including new hazard perception scenarios, focus on driver-assist tech, and digital licences. Learn what it means for new drivers.
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.
Tamworth's £21.65m regeneration project is finished, linking historic sites and creating new spaces for business to boost footfall. See the transformation.
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.
A landmark former pub and nightclub in Tamworth's distinctive Art Deco Lighthouse building is on the market for £300,000. Could you revitalise this historic site?
A 23-year-old man arrested after police find a machete, BB gun and over £7,000 in a Tamworth home. Investigation into cocaine supply continues.
Staffordshire Police and the coroner are appealing for the family of Roy Allen, 77, to come forward after he was found dead at his Tamworth home earlier this month.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a masked robber armed with a knife stole cash from a Morrisons Daily in Tamworth. The incident occurred on Ellerbeck, Stonydelph.
From April 6, Making Tax Digital launches for those earning over £50k. HMRC urges sign-up to testing now to prepare for digital record-keeping and quarterly updates.
Discover the fascinating history of Tamworth, the 8th-century capital of England. This charming market town near Birmingham offers historic sites and family attractions. Explore its royal past today!