Rachel Reeves Reduces VED for HGV Drivers to £1, But No Refunds for Early Payments Thursday, June 18, 2026 ved hgv tax vehicle reeves bvrla transport chancellor economy fuel In a significant move to ease the financial burden on drivers and businesses, Rachel Reeves has announced a temporary reduction of Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) to just £1. This 12-month … Read More
New Motorhome and Campervan Parking Restrictions Take Effect in England on July 6 Wednesday, June 17, 2026 motorhome camping parking restrictions redcar cleveland marineparade traffic council transport Starting July 6, new restrictions on motorhome and campervan parking will be enforced by Redcar and Cleveland Council along Marine Parade. These changes aim to address concerns from local residents about extended vehicle … Read More
Andy Burnham’s HS2 Revival Plan for Birmingham-Manchester Link Gains Political Support Wednesday, June 17, 2026 hs2 birmingham manchester railways infrastructure andyburnham northernpowerhouse transport economy funding Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has reignited the conversation around the HS2 high-speed rail project by pledging to revive the northern leg connecting Birmingham and Manchester, an initiative welcomed by former … Read More
West Midlands mayor scrutiny overhaul criticised as 'Orwellian' amidst funding and accountability concerns Tuesday, June 16, 2026 wmca scrutiny westmidlands mayor transparency accountability transport budget governance councillors Calls for stronger accountability and critical scrutiny of major projects in the West Midlands have sparked debate following the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Board’s decision to reform its oversight structures. The … Read More
Calls Grow for New M5 Junction to Boost Worcestershire Economy Sunday, June 14, 2026 m5 worcestershire malvern infrastructure economy jobs sciencepark transport development council Local business leaders and councillors are urging the development of a new M5 motorway junction, Junction 7A, which they believe could unlock significant economic opportunities in Worcestershire. Alan White, chief executive … Read More
‘Ease Our Pain’: Digbeth Cinema Boss Calls for Action as Birmingham Tram Extension Faces Further Delays Tuesday, June 9, 2026 digbeth metro tram extension construction transport birmingham business delays retail Lee Nabbs, director of Mockingbird Cinema, a cherished independent venue in Digbeth’s Custard Factory, has issued a heartfelt plea to the Midland Metro Alliance to expedite the completion of the Eastside Metro Extension. The … Read More