Drivers Hit with £5,690 Car Tax Increase from April
New Vehicle Excise Duty rates introduced by the Labour government will see the most polluting petrol and diesel vehicles charged £5,690, a £200 increase from last year.
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Drivers Paid £2,500 for Pothole Damage Compensation
UK motorists have successfully claimed up to £2,500 in compensation for vehicle damage caused by potholes, with Money Saving Expert providing crucial guidance. Martin Lewis emphasizes legal road maintenance duties while cautioning against compensation cul
UK Car Tax Changes: Exempt Vehicles & New Rates 2026
Certain vehicles remain exempt from DVLA road tax, but major changes are coming in April 2026. New rates will see some drivers paying up to £640 annually, with electric vehicles facing new charges.
Blackburn's £2m Roundabout Project Advances with Contractor
Blackburn with Darwen Council is set to approve the appointment of George Cox & Sons Ltd as the main contractor for a new four-arm roundabout on Whalley Old Road. The £2 million project, reduced to a seven-month timeline, will serve major housing developm
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Motorhome Ban Made Permanent in North Yorkshire Tourism Crackdown
North Yorkshire Council has announced a permanent ban on motorhomes and campervans in key coastal areas, effective from May, following a successful trial aimed at reducing anti-social behaviour and balancing tourism with local needs.
April 2026 Car Tax Rates: £5,690 Charges for Some
Vehicle Excise Duty rates will increase from April 1, 2026, with the highest band rising to £5,690. Most drivers will pay more, including new petrol and diesel car owners.
Birmingham Potholes Register as 'Major Earthquakes' in Test
A reporter armed with a seismograph app tested Birmingham's worst potholes by cycling over them, with one registering as a 'major seismic event' and others showing 'moderate earthquake' readings.
Double Yellow Lines Painted Around Parked Car in Quinton
Birmingham City Council contractors painted double yellow lines around a parked Ford Focus in Quinton, leaving a car-sized gap and prompting calls to finish the job.
Blakenhall Street Closure Chaos After 58 Days
Upper Villiers Street in Wolverhampton remains closed since January factory fire, causing traffic chaos and business losses as owners criticize slow response from authorities.
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Vehicle Tax Changes: £15 Increase, EV Threshold Raised
The Expensive Car Supplement tax rises from £425 to £440 annually, while the threshold for electric vehicles increases to £50,000 to support the UK car industry.
New £200 Vehicle Tax Charge Announced by Rachel Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a £5 increase in vehicle excise duty, setting the standard rate at £200 for most cars registered after 2017, effective from April 1. The move is part of broader motoring tax reforms, including a future pay-per-mile c
M5 Junction Upgrade to Unlock 20,000 Homes by 2029
A major £372 million upgrade to junction 10 of the M5 in Gloucestershire is underway, expected to unlock land for 20,000 homes and support the Golden Valley development, creating thousands of jobs by 2029.
Motorhome Ban to Become Permanent in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Council plans to make a trial ban on motorhomes and campervans permanent at tourist hotspots like Scarborough's North Bay and Sandsend, following complaints about anti-social behavior and parking issues.
Alum Rock Road: Parking Chaos Hides Thriving High Street
A visit to Alum Rock Road, notorious for parking fines, uncovers a bustling high street full of independent businesses and community spirit despite traffic congestion.
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Shirley Roads 'Nightmare' as Council Faces £200k Pothole Claims
Residents in Shirley describe local roads as 'horrific' due to potholes, with Solihull Council facing over £200,000 in compensation claims and planning repairs to 17 miles of roads this year.
Shirley Residents Decry 'Horrific' Potholes on Local Roads
Residents in Shirley describe roads as a 'nightmare' due to severe pothole damage, with Solihull Council potentially facing over £200,000 in compensation claims for injuries and vehicle damage.
Residents Slam 'Horrific' Potholes in West Midlands Streets
Shirley locals describe roads as a 'nightmare' with deep holes and caving surfaces, as Solihull Council plans repairs amid £200,000 in compensation claims for injuries and vehicle damage.
Easter Travel: 1,500 Miles of Roadworks Cleared Nationwide
National Highways confirms removal of 98% of motorway and A-road works from April 2-6 to ease Easter traffic. This coincides with a £3.7 billion Midlands road investment plan.
Labour's £27bn Road Repair Plan for England Announced
Labour announces a £27 billion investment to repair England's roads over five years, with over £3.7 billion allocated to the Midlands for key upgrades and new projects.
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Birmingham Council Issues 200,000+ Parking Fines in Crackdown
A Freedom of Information request reveals Birmingham City Council issued over 220,000 Penalty Charge Notices in 2024/25, a 30.6% increase from 2022/23, as part of a proactive enforcement approach.
£3.7 Billion Road Investment for Midlands Drivers
The UK Government has committed £3.7 billion to upgrade and maintain roads in the Midlands, including resurfacing, pothole repairs, and new infrastructure projects to improve connectivity and safety.
Council Fixes Incorrect Road Markings on Shirley Roundabout
Solihull Council has rectified incorrect road markings at Poppy Island roundabout in Shirley after drivers reported dangerous confusion and near-misses on the A34 route.
UK Drivers Slam 'Never More Dangerous' Roads
A new survey reveals 98% of drivers say UK roads are in disrepair, with 90% reporting conditions worse than last year. Potholes cause widespread vehicle damage and safety fears.
AA Warns Drivers of £160 Pothole Tyre Charge
The AA issues a pothole warning as nearly half of drivers are unprepared for unexpected tyre costs. President Edmund King urges regular checks and highlights insurance options.
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Birmingham Drivers Warned Over New 31mph Speed Rule
Birmingham City Council has reduced speed limits on major roads from 40mph to 30mph, meaning drivers could face penalties for exceeding 31mph. The changes affect routes including A34 Walsall Road and A38 Bristol Road South.
Car Tax Rise for Post-2017 Cars from April 2026
Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) for cars registered after April 2017 will rise from £195 to £200 annually from April 2026, in line with RPI inflation, affecting petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles.
Barnhurst Lane Closed for Weeks Over Pothole Safety Concerns
Barnhurst Lane in Bilbrook, Wolverhampton, remains shut weeks after its scheduled reopening date due to dangerous potholes, with locals describing the road as having 'more craters than the moon' and expressing frustration over repair delays.
Birmingham Drivers Hit by £590 Pothole Repair Costs
RAC warns of a surge in pothole-related breakdowns in Birmingham, with repair bills reaching £590. Councils face criticism over road maintenance and drainage issues.
Pothole Repair Backlog Hits Record £18.6 Billion
The Asphalt Industry Alliance report reveals a record £18.6 billion pothole repair backlog in England and Wales, with experts warning of worsening road conditions despite increased government funding.
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West Midlands Roads Face £1.94bn Pothole Repair Backlog
A shocking report reveals only 46% of West Midlands roads are in good condition, with a £1.94 billion repair backlog and over 3,000 miles needing urgent attention.
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