New HMRC Car Tax Bands Increase Costs for Drivers
New HMRC Vehicle Excise Duty bands have taken effect this April, increasing costs for petrol and diesel car owners, with higher polluting vehicles facing the steepest rises.
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Labour's Pothole Funding: Councils Must Prove Effective Spending
Labour and the DfT announce that £525 million of £1.6 billion local roads maintenance funding for 2026/27 will be withheld unless councils demonstrate appropriate spending, aiming to ensure smooth, safe journeys for drivers.
New VED Tax Bands: Drivers Pay Up to £5,690 Annually
Vehicle Excise Duty rates increased from April 1, 2026, with annual inflationary rises impacting motorists. Owners of high-polluting cars face bills up to £5,690, while electric vehicles see adjustments in thresholds and supplements.
New £640 Luxury Car Tax Confirmed by Rachel Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed increased vehicle tax rates for 2026/27, with drivers of cars costing over £40,000 facing up to £640 in annual charges, including electric vehicles over £50,000.
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Birmingham Hospital Road Closure for Essential Works This Weekend
Mindelsohn Way at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham will be shut from Friday to Sunday, affecting A&E access. Diversions are in place for drivers and visitors.
DVLA: Destroy Log Books After Private Car Sales
The DVLA warns millions of UK drivers to destroy their V5C log books immediately after private vehicle sales to avoid fines and ownership confusion.
Birmingham Council Collects £7.5M in Parking Fines
A Freedom of Information request reveals Birmingham City Council earned £7.5 million from penalty charge notices in one year, a significant increase from the previous period.
Birmingham Drivers Warned Over £300 Pavement Parking Repairs
Birmingham motorists are being cautioned that parking on pavements is causing severe vehicle damage, with repair costs reaching £300-£500 due to cracked alloys and suspension wear.
Pothole Damage Costs UK Drivers £164 on Average
A new survey shows one in three cars have been damaged by potholes, with repair costs averaging £164. The study highlights widespread frustration over deteriorating road conditions and driver behaviour.
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Labour Fund to Fix Birmingham and Midlands Bridges, Flyovers, Tunnels
The UK Government has opened a new Structures Fund to help councils across England, including Birmingham and the Midlands, repair crumbling bridges, flyovers and tunnels. The fund aims to improve transport resilience and safety.
Driveway Parking Fines: Homeowners Risk £100 Penalties
Motorists could be hit with £100 fines for parking on their own driveways if vehicles overhang pavements or block access points, under little-known council rules.
£16.4m Scheme to Tackle Congestion at Solihull Junction
A senior councillor has greenlit a £16.4 million project to improve the congested A45 Coventry Road, Damson Parkway, and Terminal Road junction in Solihull, crucial for access to Birmingham Airport and JLR.
DVLA Sends £200 Car Tax Demand Letters to Drivers
Motorists across the UK are receiving DVLA letters demanding increased vehicle excise duty payments of £200, a £5 rise, with new rates effective from April 1. Electric vehicle owners now also face charges ahead of a 2028 pay-per-mile tax system.
£16.4m Solihull Junction Upgrade Approved for JLR and Airport
A major £16.4 million project to improve the congested A45/Damson Parkway junction near JLR and Birmingham Airport has been approved, including new lanes and pedestrian crossings.
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Birmingham to Ban Pavement Parking in City Centre and Hotspots
Birmingham City Council will implement new powers to prohibit pavement parking later this year, targeting busy roads and known problem areas to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility.
Claim Council Compensation for Pothole Damage in Birmingham
Birmingham City Council may pay for vehicle damage from potholes. Learn the step-by-step process to file a claim, including required details and road type distinctions.
Pothole Repair Costs Hit £3,000 for UK Drivers
Motorists across the UK are warned of repair bills up to £3,000 due to pothole damage, with experts detailing costs for tyres, wheels, suspension, and steering.
£9.7m Contract Awarded to Replace Century-Old Devon Bridge
Wills Bros engineering company wins £9.7m contract to replace 102-year-old Baulk Bridge near Cullompton, Devon, with a new structure designed to last 120 years and improve flood management.
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
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.
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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.
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
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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.
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