Birmingham to Ban Pavement Parking in Major Safety Overhaul Sunday, February 22, 2026 birmingham pavement safety parking banned motoring government transport council enforcement Birmingham is set to ban an everyday driving manoeuvre—parking on pavements—as part of a significant push to improve pedestrian safety. The city council is seeking new powers from the Government that will allow them to … Read More
Major Overhaul of West Midlands Transport Funding Set to Deliver Maximum Community Benefits Saturday, February 21, 2026 westmidlands transport funding rosewellreview infrastructure investment governance projects communities economy Transport leaders in the West Midlands are optimistic that a comprehensive redesign of funding strategies for major infrastructure projects will yield the greatest benefits for local communities. The West Midlands Combined … Read More
UK Government Delays New Driving Law Introducing Mandatory Eyesight Tests for Elderly Drivers Thursday, February 19, 2026 uk driving law roadsafety elderly eyesight consultation fines transport insurance The UK government has postponed implementing a new driving law that could impose mandatory eyesight tests for elderly drivers every three years, with potential fines reaching £1,000 for non-compliance. Originally set to … Read More
Birmingham Unveils Plans to Transform Roads in Knowledge Quarter Wednesday, February 18, 2026 birmingham transport infrastructure cycling pedestrian publictransport traffic climate urbanplanning consultation sport Birmingham City Council is set to implement significant changes to key roads in the city’s Knowledge Quarter, a vital hub for innovation and education. The Labour-led council has announced two major transport … Read More
I Visited a Black Country Estate with a Rare 13-Year-Old 20mph Speed Limit — and Witnessed it Broken Instantly Saturday, February 14, 2026 speedlimits westbromwich road safety blackcountry trafficcalming schoolsafety sandwell speeding community transport In the West Midlands, speed limits are typically straightforward: motorways and dual carriageways set at 70mph, A-roads at 60mph, and most residential streets at 30mph. Yet, one corner of the Black Country breaks from this … Read More
Midlands Town Shrewsbury Recognized Among England’s Top Places to Live for 2026 Saturday, February 14, 2026 shrewsbury midlands england living travel countryside rivers schools transport tourism Shrewsbury, a picturesque town in the heart of the Midlands, has been spotlighted as one of England’s best places to live and visit in 2026. Known for its charming riverside location along the River Severn, Shrewsbury offers … Read More