https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/m42/Recent content in m42 on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usThu, 04 Jun 2026 04:48:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/drink-driver-banned-for-40-months-following-m42-crash/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:48:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/drink-driver-banned-for-40-months-following-m42-crash/A drink-driver has been banned from driving for 40 months after crashing his vehicle on the M42 motorway. The driver was found to be over twice the legal alcohol limit at the time of the incident. At Birmingham Magistrates' Court, he admitted his actions and described the offence as “a stupid mistake.” The court proceedings revealed the severity of the offence and the risks posed by drink-driving on busy motorways. The ban reflects the serious consequences of driving under the influence and serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving to ensure the safety of all road users.https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/man-jailed-after-racist-incident-closes-m42-near-solihull/Sat, 09 May 2026 04:54:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/man-jailed-after-racist-incident-closes-m42-near-solihull/Geoffrey Brewer, 53, from Brierley Hill, was jailed following a disturbing incident on the M42 near Solihull. Brewer climbed over the railings on a motorway bridge near junction five, causing alarm and forcing a complete closure of the motorway for more than five hours. During the incident, Brewer directed racial abuse at police officers and paramedics who had responded to the scene. In addition to his aggressive behavior, he demanded a full English breakfast – a request that appeared bizarre given the circumstances.