City of Wolverhampton Council announces a £10 million investment to resurface 61 roads and improve highways, following a severe winter that caused extensive pothole damage. The initiative aims to reduce future repairs and enhance road safety.
Drivers across the West Midlands face £100 on-the-spot fines for placing homemade signs or objects to warn others about potholes, as experts highlight legal risks under the Highways Act 1980.
Jennifer Brown, 44, died in a collision between a Ford Fiesta and a HGV near Conwy Tunnel. Three family members remain in critical condition as police investigate potential criminal charges.
A motorist in Derbyshire was penalised £70 after mounting a kerb when a pothole caused his tyre to explode, sparking debate about road maintenance and enforcement.
The Scottish Government announces a phased dualling of the 86-mile A96 between Inverness and Aberdeen, with new 70mph limits to reduce congestion and boost economic growth.
Heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding across Birmingham and the West Midlands, forcing road closures including a key route to Birmingham Airport. Multiple warnings are in effect.
The Department for Transport announces stronger powers for councils to tackle pavement parking across England, with elderly drivers and vulnerable pedestrians among those most affected by the new regulations.
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker proposes doubling highways maintenance funding to £240 million for six councils from 2027 to tackle the region's pothole crisis.
National Highways introduces seven new speed restrictions on A35 in Dorset from March, with £100 fines and penalty points for violations as part of £1.8m safety scheme.
Residents of Barston village fear isolation if historic Barston Bridge closes. The 1859 structure carries 1,000+ vehicles daily, with a £2m repair or pedestrian-only options on the table.
A critical motorway bridge in the Midlands requires urgent repairs, forcing a 700-mile diversion for drivers. The closure impacts local traffic and businesses, with authorities advising alternative routes.
Farmers and villagers in Solihull staged a rolling tractor protest across three villages to oppose the potential closure of historic Barston Bridge, citing major disruption to local life.
Birmingham Council leader John Cotton has launched a robust defence of HS2, dismissing calls to axe the project as unserious and highlighting its economic benefits.
Ealing Council is consulting on a lane rental scheme that could impose daily charges up to £2,500 on utilities and companies for roadworks on busy routes, aiming to reduce congestion and encourage off-peak working.
Coventry City Council will introduce new lane markings outside Costco after residents petitioned over weekend queues blocking the A45, citing safety and family time concerns.
Solihull Council launches a new road safety campaign funded by the Department for Transport's Safer Roads Fund, focusing on empathy and protecting cyclists, pedestrians, and other vulnerable users.
The A38 in Staffordshire is closed southbound between Alrewas and Lichfield for emergency infrastructure repairs, with no reopening time provided and delays expected.
East Sussex County Council has imposed a temporary traffic prohibition on U6189 Vineyard Lane in Ticehurst to enable South East Water to conduct essential maintenance works, with diversions in place.
New Street in Birmingham city centre is being overhauled with new granite walkways, improved lighting, and enhanced safety measures to create a more accessible and welcoming environment for pedestrians and cyclists.
Dudley Council faces calls for a full review of its pothole policy after receiving a red rating for best practice in a government report on road maintenance.
Westmorland Farmshop at Tebay Services warns that a four-year M6 junction closure could devastate its business and local economy, with 400 jobs at risk.
Major transformation works have commenced on Birmingham's busiest street, New Street, as part of a city-wide public realm improvement project set to take two years.
Simon Wilcox from Cannock suffered severe injuries after his motorcycle hit a pothole near the M6's Gailey Interchange in May 2024, leaving him awaiting surgery that will permanently numb his leg.
Major road works causing disruption in Willenhall town centre are now expected to finish by the end of March, with council officials acknowledging the impact on residents and businesses.
Labour MP Steve Yemm calls for urgent road repairs after constituent Beryl Barrett died falling into a pothole in Mansfield on Christmas Day.
The Pothole Partnership calls for mandatory five-year warranties on non-emergency pothole repairs to protect drivers and cyclists from costly damage and safety hazards.
UK motorists risk a £1,000 fine for using illegal 'ghost plates' designed to fool ANPR cameras. Experts warn one in 15 vehicles may be affected. Learn the rules to avoid penalties.
Motorists face a £2,500 fine for not declaring a vehicle off-road with a SORN. Learn the little-known DVLA rule to avoid penalties.
A new RAC report reveals one in five UK drivers say vital road markings have faded away, with 92% believing it makes driving more dangerous. Urgent action is needed.
Labour and Conservative councillors in Dudley clash over the borough's road maintenance and empty grit bins. Read the full story on the political fallout and the council's response.