Midlands Drivers Fined for Speeding Under 30mph in 20mph Zones Sunday, February 1, 2026 midlands speeding 20mph zones fines drivers westmidlands safety enforcement residential Drivers across the West Midlands have been surprised to find speeding fines in the post despite travelling at speeds under 30mph. Many were caught exceeding the 20mph limits set in certain zones, particularly residential … Read More
New Driveway Rule in England Makes EV Charging Easier and Could Save Households Over £1,100 Annually Sunday, February 1, 2026 electricvehicles evcharging governmentpolicy driveway costsaving infrastructure cleanenergy sustainability innovation transport A new rule change in England is set to transform how electric vehicle (EV) owners install chargepoints, potentially saving households more than £1,100 each year. The Labour government has introduced a streamlined process that … Read More
Chilling Cases of Sons Who Murdered Their Own Parents in Brutal Attacks Sunday, February 1, 2026 murder sons parents violence crime murderers brutality family justice abuse The dark reality of children turning against their parents is both shocking and heartbreaking. Here are some disturbing cases involving sons who violently killed their own mothers or fathers. Aston Lambert brutally murdered … Read More
Midlands Towns Where Your Postcode Influences Life Expectancy Sunday, February 1, 2026 lifespan westmidlands bromsgrove sandwell wolverhampton ons postcode health longevity statistics New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) highlights significant differences in average life expectancy across towns in the West Midlands. The analysis shows that where you live can have a major impact on how … Read More
Inside the Strict Calthorpe Estate: Birmingham’s Exclusive Community Governed by a 32-Page Rulebook Sunday, February 1, 2026 calthorpe edgbaston conservation regulations gardens pets parking homeworking heritage community West of Birmingham city centre lies the historic and highly regulated Calthorpe Estate, covering 1,600 acres—including much of Edgbaston and parts of Harbourne and Quinton. This exclusive estate, with a history spanning over … Read More
Boogie Lights Express: A Musical Party Steam Train Returns to the West Midlands Sunday, February 1, 2026 steamtrain music party severnvalleyrailway kidderminster ledlights family dancing singalong event Get ready for a one-of-a-kind musical journey aboard the Boogie Lights Express, coming back to the Severn Valley Railway in Kidderminster—just a 45-minute trip from Birmingham city centre. This unforgettable event offers a … Read More