Bike Library Launches in Leicestershire Schools for Youth
Active Together partners with over 30 schools in Leicestershire to loan refurbished bikes to children from low-income families, aiming to collect 450 bikes by March 2026.
Category : Transport
Snow and Hail in Birmingham as Gritters Deploy Overnight
Birmingham experiences bursts of snow and hail, with temperatures dropping to freezing overnight. The city council has announced gritting trucks will be on roads from 12.30am to combat icy conditions.
NCP Closing 22 UK Car Parks This Friday - Full List
National Car Parks (NCP) will shut 22 locations across the United Kingdom on March 27, 2026, citing commercial unviability. Administrators confirm shifting commuting patterns and inflexible leases led to ongoing losses.
M6 Spaghetti Junction Crash Causes Major Traffic Disruption
A serious collision on the M6 southbound near Spaghetti Junction has led to traffic being held, with emergency services on scene and significant delays reported.
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Birmingham New Street Train Disruption After Tree Blocks Line
Train passengers at Birmingham New Street are experiencing major disruption after strong winds brought down a tree onto tracks in Penkridge, blocking the West Coast Main Line between Wolverhampton and Stafford. Services are cancelled, revised, or diverted
DVLA Announces Electric Car Tax Threshold Increase from April 2026
The DVLA has issued a warning about a new £10,000 threshold change for Vehicle Excise Duty on expensive electric cars, effective from April 1, 2026, affecting vehicles registered from April 2025.
Birmingham Airport Unveils Icons Wall with Ozzy Osbourne
Birmingham Airport has revealed a new Icons Wall celebrating West Midlands legends including Ozzy Osbourne, UB40, Peaky Blinders, and Jasper Carrott to create a sense of place for travelers.
Jet2 Adds Thassos Route from Birmingham Airport for Summer 2027
Jet2 announces a new holiday destination from Birmingham Airport to the Greek island of Thassos, available for booking from Summer 2027. Known as the 'Emerald Isle of the Aegean', it offers pine forests, olive groves, and pristine beaches.
UK Fuel Prices Surge: Diesel 175p, Petrol 149p per Litre
UK drivers face sharp fuel price increases overnight, with diesel reaching 175p per litre and petrol at 149p, according to RAC figures from March 25, 2026.
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Birmingham's Lucky Escape as Storm Topples Trees
Strong winds overnight in Birmingham uprooted trees in Moseley and Handsworth Wood, blocking roads and disrupting rail services, but no injuries were reported.
Passport Confusion: Woman Denied Dublin Flight at Birmingham
A Staffordshire woman was stopped from boarding a Ryanair flight to Dublin despite having a passport with a 2026 expiry date, sparking online debate about post-Brexit travel rules.
Worn Tyres More Dangerous Than Phone Use, Study Shows
Academic research finds that worn tyres increase braking distances more than mobile phone distraction, with Halfords highlighting safety concerns over legal tread limits.
Cars Face £5,690 VED Tax Hike from Next Week
Vehicle Excise Duty rates are increasing for cars emitting over 255g/km, with 59 models affected. The change takes effect from 1 April under new government bands.
New Car Tax Bands: Full List of Charges from Next Week
A complete guide to the 13 new car tax bands and charges taking effect next week, including rates for vehicles registered after April 2017 and higher fees for non-compliant diesel cars.
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Mumbles Railway: World's Longest Locomotive Line Started in 1807
On this day in 1807, the first fee-paying passenger railway, later known as Mumbles Railway, began operations in Wales, becoming the longest-running locomotive line globally.
Cyclist Dies in Midlands Collision with Car
A cyclist has tragically died after a crash with a car in Stratford-upon-Avon. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, responded but could not save the man.
Labour's £1 Billion EV Fund with Business Discounts
Labour announces a £1 billion fund to help businesses switch to electric vehicles, offering discounts up to £81,000 on trucks and £5,000 on vans, plus depot charging support.
Birmingham Airport Flights Cancelled Due to Gulf Conflict
Birmingham Airport has grounded multiple flights to the Middle East as the Gulf conflict disrupts airspace, with cancellations affecting Emirates and Qatar Airways routes.
Birmingham Bus Route Needs Parking Enforcement First
Councillors argue that the £15.5 million Cross City Bus Package 6 West scheme between Birmingham City Centre and West Bromwich must address parking issues on Soho Road before implementation to ensure effectiveness.
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Birmingham One-Way System Causes Traffic Chaos, Business Anger
A new one-way traffic system in Birmingham's Digbeth/Highgate area, intended to reduce congestion, is causing daily gridlock, confusion, and business losses according to local entrepreneur Anthony Harfield.
Penkridge Train Evacuation After Tree Fall Causes Major Delays
Passengers were evacuated from a London Northwestern Railway train and walked along tracks after it collided with a fallen tree near Penkridge, Staffordshire, causing widespread cancellations and delays expected to persist into Wednesday morning.
Ryanair Flight Makes Emergency U-Turn to Manchester
A Ryanair flight from Manchester to Norway declared a mid-air emergency, transmitting the international Squawk 7700 code, before safely returning to its departure airport due to a technical issue.
EasyJet CEO Warns Travelers Over Fuel Price Spikes
EasyJet's CEO Kenton Jarvis advises holidaymakers to book early as aviation fuel costs surge due to Middle East conflict, while announcing new Newcastle base.
Emirates Weather Alert for Dubai Airport Travelers
Emirates warns passengers departing Dubai International Airport between March 23-27 to allow extra time due to severe weather causing flooding and disruptions.
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Australian EV Maker BossCap Enters Administration
Brisbane-based electric vehicle manufacturer BossCap, which worked with Tesla, has been placed into receivership, suspending all operations since its 2012 founding.
Met Office Snow Map Shows England Flurries Tomorrow
A Met Office snow map indicates flurries across England, Wales, and Scotland on Wednesday, with colder, unsettled weather replacing last week's spring warmth. Temperatures drop, bringing wintry showers and frost risks.
Police Stop Lorry with 'Fatal' Metal Beams in Motorway Crackdown
Roads Policing Unit officers intercepted a dangerously loaded lorry during Operation Tramline, which addressed over 100 offences on Midlands motorways, highlighting serious safety risks.
EasyJet Warns Summer Fliers to Book Early Amid Fuel Surge
EasyJet CEO Kenton Jarvis cautions that volatile aviation fuel prices due to the Iran conflict could push up ticket fares, urging holidaymakers to book early to secure deals.
Government Says No Petrol Rationing Needed for UK Drivers
Housing Secretary Steve Reed confirms no immediate petrol rationing is required despite monitoring Middle East conflict, while energy ministers urge normal fuel purchases.
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Andy Street Slams Reform UK's HS2 Axe Pledge
Former West Midlands Mayor Andy Street has welcomed new Birmingham-Manchester rail plans while condemning Reform UK's policy to scrap HS2 as 'utter nonsense'.
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