Runaway Horses Gallop Through East Leake Village
A herd of approximately twelve horses caused chaos in East Leake, Nottinghamshire, damaging vehicles and gardens during a dramatic Sunday evening stampede through the quiet village streets.
Category : Traffic Updates
Midlands Snow Forecast: Up to 1cm Expected in February
Weather maps predict light snowfall across West Midlands towns including Birmingham and Staffordshire from February 12, with Met Office warning of cyclonic patterns.
Police Close Wednesbury Road with Ambulances at Scene
Hobs Road in Wednesbury has been cordoned off by police with multiple emergency vehicles present, marking the second road closure in the Black Country today.
M42 Biker Dies in Tractor Crash Near Tamworth
A motorcyclist has died following a collision with a tractor on the M42 slip road at junction 10 for Tamworth. Emergency services attended but the rider was pronounced dead at the scene.
UK Faces 700-Mile Snow Storm
New weather maps indicate a vast snow system covering the UK from Scotland to England's south coast, with light snowfall expected in many areas.
New Snow Bomb Heading for Birmingham in February
Latest weather forecasts indicate a significant snow system will impact Birmingham and the Midlands in mid-February, with up to two inches possible in some areas.
Drivers Told to Get Extra Petrol Before Friday
Transport Scotland and the Met Office advise drivers to fill up with more petrol than needed and prepare vehicles for heavy rain and potential snow.
14 Counties Face 441-Mile 'Snow Bomb' as West Midlands Dodges
Weather maps forecast a 441-mile snow wall hitting 14 English counties from Scotland to Leicestershire on February 16, while the West Midlands remains unaffected.
Midlands Snowfall: 2.7cm Forecast with Arrival Time
Weather maps indicate up to 2.7cm of snow will blanket parts of the Midlands on Thursday, with specific arrival times announced. Birmingham may avoid the worst.
Drivers Urged to Half-Fill Tanks Before Friday Snow
Motorists in Scotland and northern England are being advised to keep fuel tanks at least half full and prepare emergency kits as significant snowfall is forecast from Friday.
Tribute to Father Killed in A614 Van Crash
The family of Scott Beattie, 41, from Clipstone, pay tribute after his fatal crash on the A614. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Four-Car Crash Blocks Birmingham's A45 Coventry Road
A significant four-vehicle collision on the A45 Coventry Road in Sheldon caused major disruption as emergency services attended the scene near Morrisons supermarket yesterday afternoon.
UK Snow Bomb Arrives Early - Four Counties Escape
New weather charts show the UK's next major snow event has been brought forward to February 15, with only four counties in the southwest expected to avoid significant snowfall.
31 UK Towns and Cities Face Snow Blanket
A bitter cold snap is set to sweep across England, with 31 towns and cities potentially seeing snowfall, according to the latest Met Office weather maps and forecasts.
DVSA MOT Crackdown with Two-Year Prison Sentences
The DVSA has prosecuted two men for dangerous MOT fraud in Bristol, issuing suspended prison sentences as part of a nationwide crackdown on ghost MOTs.
Learner Driver Gets Suspended Sentence for Serious Crash
A learner driver who caused a motorcyclist to suffer brain damage and multiple fractures in a Nottinghamshire crash has received a suspended prison sentence and driving ban.
Police Chase Crash on Birmingham A38: Two Arrested
Two men arrested after suspected stolen Volvo smashes into wall on A38 Suffolk Street Queensway following police pursuit in Birmingham city centre, causing major traffic disruption.
Drivers Unaware of Fuel Finder Scheme Amid Rising Prices
New research reveals that 61% of motorists are unaware of the government's Fuel Finder initiative, designed to help drivers locate cheaper fuel, as petrol and diesel costs continue to climb.
Midlands 48-Hour Snow: Dates and Areas Announced
Weather maps forecast a continuous 48-hour snowfall event across the Midlands and northern England, with specific start and end times detailed for mid-February.
DVSA Test Rule Changes Will Make Passing Harder
From March 31, learner drivers will face stricter DVSA rules limiting test booking changes to just two, potentially increasing challenges in low pass rate areas.
Midlands Snow Alert: Five Counties Face 18-Hour Blast
Weather maps reveal five Midlands counties will experience up to 18 hours of snowfall starting February 16, with heavy accumulations expected across the region.
475-Mile Snow Storm to Hit Birmingham on February 16
New weather maps reveal a massive 475-mile snow storm stretching from Scotland to Oxfordshire will reach Birmingham on February 16, bringing up to 2cm of snow to the Midlands.
Over-70s Face New Eyesight Tests for Licence Renewal
The UK Government introduces stricter driving rules requiring over-70s to pass mandatory eyesight tests when renewing licences, aiming to enhance road safety.
Midlands Snow Forecast for Friday as Met Office Warns of Wintry Hazards
Parts of the Midlands, including towns like Stoke-on-Trent, Congleton, and Nantwich, could see up to 5cm of snow on Friday morning, with higher ground worst affected. The Met Office forecasts wintry conditions for the northern UK, while southern areas fac
Midlands 35cm Snow Arrival Date Announced
WX Charts maps reveal 43 counties across England and Scotland, including Staffordshire and Derbyshire, face significant snowfall around February 16, with some areas potentially seeing 91cm accumulations.
Weather Agencies Address Beast from the East Forecasts
The Met Office and BBC Weather have issued statements regarding predictions of a Beast from the East event, providing detailed February forecasts amid speculation from rival forecasters.
29 Counties Avoid Snow as West Midlands Spared Winter Blast
WX Charts forecast maps indicate over half of England and Scotland could face significant snowfall within two weeks, with 29 counties including the West Midlands set to escape the worst conditions.
Sutton Coldfield Gas Leak Repairs End Traffic Chaos
Weeks of severe traffic delays in Sutton Coldfield caused by multiple gas leaks on High Street are finally ending as Cadent completes complex repairs, bringing relief to frustrated motorists.
New DVSA Driving Test Rules from March 2026
The DVSA announces significant changes to driving test bookings starting March 31, 2026, limiting amendments and altering booking management procedures.
Three Injured in Wednesbury Two-Car Crash Near Town Centre
Emergency services responded to a serious road traffic collision on High Bullen in Wednesbury, with three men transported to Walsall Manor Hospital with injuries.
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