What Drivers Need to Know as 40mph Speed Limits Disappear in Birmingham Saturday, December 13, 2025 speedlimits road safety westmidlands birmingham traffic collisions transport regulations driving infrastructure The West Midlands is set to phase out all remaining 40mph speed limits on A and B roads, lowering them to 30mph as part of an ambitious regional road safety strategy. This change is a key element in the effort to reduce both … Read More
Midlands Council to Halve Complaints Response Time Under New Ombudsman Rules Monday, December 8, 2025 complaints council dudley ombudsman response regulations policy localgovernment resources investigation Dudley Council will be required to respond to complaints in half the current time, following new regulations from the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO). These rules, applying to all councils in England, will … Read More
New 30mph Speed Limits Implemented on 27 Major Roads in Birmingham Saturday, December 6, 2025 birmingham speedlimits roadsafety traffic driving regulations transportation safety accidents motorists sport Birmingham has introduced new 30mph speed limits on 27 busy roads across the city, reducing the previous 40mph limits on these major routes. The change aims to enhance road safety, decrease the risk of accidents, and create a … Read More
First Average Speed Cameras Deployed on Major Birmingham Road Friday, December 5, 2025 birmingham speed roads safety cameras enforcement traffic police regulations collisions Birmingham City Council has announced the installation of the first new average speed cameras on Coventry Road, marking a significant step in the city’s road safety efforts. This initiative expands the existing average speed … Read More
Shop Granted Alcohol Licence Despite Neighbour Concerns of Incompatibility Thursday, November 20, 2025 licensing alcohol wolverhampton neighbours community publichealth police convenience regulations controversy City of Wolverhampton Council’s licensing committee has approved an alcohol licence for the new Mesha Essentials Convenience Store on Rooker Avenue, despite objections from local residents who deemed the shop … Read More
Older Drivers May Face New Laws as Labour Targets Headlight Glare Sunday, November 16, 2025 headlights glare driving safety labor nighttime drivers rac dvsa regulations Older drivers could soon be subject to new regulations as the Labour Party pushes to address the growing problem of headlight glare. Recent data reveals that four out of five motorists have experienced blinding from overly … Read More