New e-Bike Scheme Faces Early Setbacks as Riders Abandon Bikes Hours After Launch Saturday, April 4, 2026 ebikes canterbury transport environment publictransport beryl council launch urbanmobility mobility sport Canterbury City Council’s freshly launched e-bike scheme has quickly run into trouble, with many riders abandoning the bikes mere hours after the program’s introduction. The initiative, designed to support the council’s … Read More
Midlands’ Most Dangerous Junction Records Weekly Crashes Friday, April 3, 2026 midlands junction safety accidents crashes nationalhighways roads transport traffic danger A recent report by National Highways has identified a junction in the Midlands as the region’s most dangerous, experiencing crashes on a weekly basis. This alarming statistic highlights ongoing safety concerns and the …
People Urged to Drive Less Amid Soaring Fuel Prices and Energy Crisis Thursday, April 2, 2026 fuel driving energy crisis europe transport prices diesel conservation policy Amid the escalating energy crisis linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran, motorists across Europe are being urged to “drive less” and prioritize public transport and car-sharing. Dan Jørgensen, European Commission … Read More
Inside Kings Heath: The Suburb Caught in a Heated Traffic ‘Culture War’ Wednesday, April 1, 2026 kingsheath birmingham ltn traffic pollution roadsafety elections community transport culturewar In the suburbs of Kings Heath, Birmingham, a bitter dispute over a Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) scheme has escalated into what many parents describe as a “culture war.” As the city gears up for the council elections on May … Read More
Thousands of Drivers Face Significant Licence and Test Fee Increases from March Saturday, March 28, 2026 transport licences taxis privatehire fees taxidrivers tfl assessments pricehike london Starting March 9, 2026, taxi and private hire drivers in London will encounter substantial increases in licence and test fees, as confirmed by Transport for London (TfL). The Knowledge of London assessment fee will rise from … Read More
The 'Calm City' with All the Perks and None of the Stress Named Staffordshire’s Best Place to Live Saturday, March 28, 2026 lichfield staffordshire homes commuting michelin schools community culture transport realestate If bustling Birmingham feels overwhelming, consider crossing the border into Staffordshire, where Lichfield offers a refreshing alternative. Recently crowned Staffordshire’s best place to live by lifestyle magazine Muddy … Read More