UK Warns Against All Travel to Iraq Over Kidnap Threat
The FCDO has updated its travel advice for Iraq, warning of a high kidnapping threat from terrorist groups. British nationals are considered legitimate targets.
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FCDO Updates Jamaica Travel Advice After Assault Reports
The Foreign Office has changed its Caribbean travel advice, warning UK tourists about incidents of rape and sexual assault in Jamaican tourist areas, including beach resorts.
West Midlands Train Derailment: Network Rail Update
Network Rail provides a major update after a freight wagon derailed in Oxley, Wolverhampton. Investigators from the RAIB are on site, and services face disruption.
Land Rover drivers face £134 charge to fill cars in May
Land Rover owners are hit by rising fuel costs, with petrol and diesel prices soaring due to the Middle East conflict. A 70-litre fill-up now costs up to £134.50.
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Ryanair Wants Alcohol Ban on Early Morning Flights at UK Airports
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary urges a ban on alcohol sales before early-morning flights at all UK airports to reduce disruptive passengers.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £760 Charge for Drivers
Rachel Reeves confirms a £760 charge for drivers as HM Treasury taxes push motorists to scrap cars. Searches for 'scrap my car' surge nearly 20%.
Woman, 20, Dies in Crash After Audi Hits Parked Range Rover
A 20-year-old woman from Chell, Staffordshire, died after an Audi collided with a parked Range Rover near Little Moreton Hall in Cheshire. Three others were seriously injured.
Man Killed, Two Teens Injured in Haslingden Car Crash
A man in his 20s died and two 18-year-old girls were severely injured after a VW Golf crashed into a house in Haslingden. Police appeal for witnesses.
Driver dies in three-car crash on Darlaston Road, Walsall
A man in his 40s died in a three-car crash on Darlaston Road, Walsall. Police seek dashcam footage and witnesses.
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Ryanair slams 'unacceptable' ATC delays for 133,000 passengers
Ryanair calls for urgent action after 133,000 passengers faced avoidable NATS delays in April 2026, a 142% increase year-on-year, citing staff shortages and equipment failures.
57% of Drivers Want 'Road Ahead Closed' Signs Changed
57% of UK drivers want red 'road ahead closed' signs changed, citing lack of detail. Most rely on local knowledge or sat-navs instead of diversion routes.
A38 Sutton Coldfield Sections Flagged as 'Unhealthy'
Parts of the A38 in Sutton Coldfield have been flagged as 'unhealthy' by an AI-powered road defects app, showing yellow and orange health scores for potholes and surface damage.
Drivers Risk £2,500 Fines for Trusting Sat Nav
Motorists warned of hefty fines for following sat nav speed limits as 20mph zones spread across the UK. Fines up to £2,500 and penalty points apply.
UK Roads Overhaul Over Noise Pollution Complaints
MP Melanie Onn calls for banning noisy road surfaces, citing quality of life issues. New bill would set maximum noise levels and require resurfacing.
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M6 Driver Arrested: Cannabis, No Licence, Defects
A motorist on the M6 in Stafford was arrested after allegedly driving under the influence of cannabis with multiple dangerous defects, no licence, no insurance, and an expired MOT.
Police Warn Motorists on Busiest Bank Holiday in Decade
Warwickshire Police issue a warning as the RAC predicts 19 million trips this bank holiday, urging safe driving and reporting of offences.
Street Racing Ban in Three West Midlands Towns
The High Court has issued an injunction banning street racing from 3pm to 7am in Wolverhampton, Sandwell, and Walsall, with police granted arrest powers.
M6 Junction 10 Upgrade Fails to Ease Congestion
Residents near M6 Junction 10 say a £78m upgrade has worsened congestion and environmental damage, with four lanes of traffic instead of two and loss of wildlife.
Great Birmingham Run Road Closures Full List Today
16,000 runners take part in the Great Birmingham Run and half marathon today. Full list of road closures and times for May 3, 2026.
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UK's Busiest M6 Junction at Rush Hour – My Experience
Our reporter tested the notorious M6 junction 10 at rush hour after a £78m upgrade. Find out if the improvements made a difference or if congestion still rules.
Motorhome Parking Restrictions in Six UK Staycation Spots
Denbighshire plans six short-stay motorhome sites to curb illegal camping, but a Rhyl location faces strong local opposition from residents concerned about green space loss.
Summer Road Safety Crackdown Launched by Dorset Council
Dorset Council urges drivers and motorcyclists to slow down during summer. New warning signs installed on high-risk routes as part of a joint safety campaign.
Drivers Face £70 Fines in Red Route Crackdown from May 5
Derbyshire County Council introduces red routes from May 5, imposing £70 fines for inconsiderate parking in Castleton and Mam Tor areas to improve safety and traffic flow.
Smoke billows from West Midlands high-rise flat blaze
West Midlands Fire Service extinguished a seventh-floor blaze at St Giles Court in Rowley Regis. No casualties reported; cause under investigation.
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Met Office Issues UK May Bank Holiday Weekend Weather Verdict
The Met Office has issued its verdict on the UK May bank holiday weekend weather, predicting a mixed picture with warm and humid conditions but also thundery bursts and heavy showers.
Birmingham Drivers Warned: Move Cars or Face Fines
Birmingham residents on 45 roads warned to move vehicles tonight or risk fines and relocation as Great Birmingham Run closes roads for 16,000 runners.
Rail Disruption Between Wolverhampton and Birmingham
Train delays and cancellations persist on Saturday morning after an emergency incident on the line between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street. Passengers advised to check before travel.
Ex-Police Officer Fined £100 Despite Paying for Parking
Former police officer Keith Butlin received a £100 fine from Excel Parking at Newhall Walk, Sutton Coldfield, despite paying for parking and spending £27 at B&M. He is fighting the penalty.
M6 Crash Leaves Four Hospitalised Near Birmingham
A serious crash on the M6 near Birmingham has left four people in hospital. The incident caused major delays and emergency services attended the scene.
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Save 20p per Litre by Avoiding Motorways This Holiday
New AA research reveals drivers can save up to 20p per litre by choosing A-roads over motorways this Bank Holiday weekend, with motorway fuel prices hitting 205p for diesel.
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