60 weeks of roadworks planned for major Merseyside road
Drivers face 60 weeks of disruption as Sefton Council begins Phase 2 of the Maritime Corridor scheme on Bridle Road, with a one-way system and diversions from September.
Category : Transport
Merseyrail delay boards wrong due to Network Rail fault
Network Rail has explained why some Merseyrail passengers are wrongly told their train is delayed. A system fault has caused display boards to show incorrect information.
London bus strikes: Dates, areas affected, and why drivers walk out
Over 1,500 Arriva North London bus drivers will strike on 26 dates from August to October, affecting north London and Essex, over extreme heat conditions.
Timelapse shows major Metrolink track replacement at Cornbrook
Timelapse footage reveals major track replacement on Metrolink's busiest route, part of a £150m investment in Greater Manchester's tram network.
Merseyrail Northern Line closed for four weeks of upgrades
Merseyrail trains will be replaced by buses on the Northern Line between Liverpool Central and Hunts Cross from October 11 to November 6 for tunnel upgrades.
New HMRC per mile fuel rates due from September 1
HMRC will announce advisory fuel rates for company car mileage from September 1, affecting petrol, diesel, and EV drivers. Current rates range from 14p to 26p per mile based on engine size.
London's self-driving robotaxis get minicab licences
A fleet of self-driving cars for Uber's robotaxi service in London has been granted minicab licences by TfL, with rides offered to interested passengers later this summer.
Safety upgrades completed at crash-prone Maerdy junction
All road safety improvements at Station Road's junction with Oxford Street in Maerdy are complete after cars repeatedly crashed into a house.
RAC warns: don't drive with red battery light on
The RAC advises UK motorists not to drive if the red battery warning light is on, indicating a charging system fault that could lead to breakdown.
New MOT photo rule from August affects all UK drivers
From August 3, 2026, UK garages will photograph vehicles during MOT tests to combat 'ghost MOTs', with 2,500 garages in the initial rollout.
Leipzig Airport runway closed after drone with detonator found
A runway at Leipzig Airport in Germany was closed after a drone with a detonator was reportedly found near a Ukrainian plane. An unidentified flying object was also seen.
Renault 5 tops UK EV sales in July, SMMT figures show
The Renault 5 was the UK's best-selling electric car in July with 1,805 registrations, followed by the Kia EV3 and Jaecoo E5, according to SMMT data.
UK car market grows for 8th month, EVs surge 44.5%
UK new car registrations rose 11.7% in July, the eighth consecutive monthly growth, driven by a 44.5% surge in pure electric vehicle sales, according to SMMT.
UK food import rules: £5,000 fine risk for EU travellers
Brits returning from the EU face fines up to £5,000 for bringing meat, dairy, or cheese. Learn the rules to avoid prosecution.
Open top Coastal Breezer back for summer in Merseyside
The Coastal Breezer open top bus returns to Wirral, running until August 31, offering panoramic views and free travel for ferry ticket holders.
Trump poised to give Iran greater control over Strait of Hormuz
The US, Iran, and Oman are nearing an interim agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, potentially giving Iran greater control over the vital waterway, according to reports.
Gatwick second runway approved after legal challenge dismissed
The UK Government won a legal challenge over Gatwick's second runway, allowing 100,000 extra flights annually and £2.2bn upgrade to proceed.
Jetstar scraps free cabin bag policy, introduces £13 fee
Jetstar will end free overhead cabin bags from February 2027, charging at least £13 for priority carry-on, and removing the 7kg weight limit.
M1 closed after serious lorry crash in Northants
The M1 in Northamptonshire is closed northbound between J16 and J18 after a serious lorry crash involving two lorries, with one overturned. All emergency services are at the scene, and the road is expected to stay closed overnight.
Jetstar to Charge Up to $52 for Overhead Baggage
Jetstar will charge passengers up to A$52 for overhead locker space, a new fee for carry-on bags that don't fit under the seat.
Jetstar Overhead Luggage Fee 2026
Jetstar will introduce a fee for overhead cabin luggage from 2026, potentially raising costs for passengers who currently bring carry-on bags on board.
M1 closed all night after serious crash near Northampton
All lanes blocked on M1 northbound between J16 and J18 after serious crash; road likely closed all night, emergency services on scene.
Martin Lewis: Check licence to avoid £1,000 fine
Martin Lewis urges motorists to check Section 4B on their driving licence, as 2.7 million photo licences expire this year, risking fines up to £1,000.
Air India flight drops 300ft in turbulence, injuring 17
At least 17 people were injured when an Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi plunged 300ft in severe turbulence over the Bay of Bengal, with 12 still hospitalized.
Free bus travel for teens could cost £20m a year
Free bus travel for 11 to 16 year olds in Greater Manchester could cost between £15m and £20m a year, TfGM has said. The policy was announced by Mayor Bev Craig.
16-17 Saver railcards valid for full year from August 17
From August 17, 16-17 Saver railcards will be valid for a full year from purchase, not expiring at 18, giving more teens access to half-price train travel.
M60 Crash: Multi-Vehicle Pile-Up Blocks Motorway, Delays
All traffic held on M60 anticlockwise near Denton after multi-vehicle collision between J25 and J24, causing 30-minute delays and 3 miles of congestion.
Jet2 flight U-turn after 'technical issue' at 37,000ft
A Jet2 flight from Manchester to the French Riviera was forced to divert back to Manchester Airport after a reported technical issue at 37,000ft. The plane landed safely, and passengers continued to Nice later.
Jet2 flight turns back after mid-air technical issue
A Jet2 flight from Manchester to Nice was diverted back after a technical issue at 37,000ft. Passengers landed safely and later continued to France on a replacement aircraft.
M60 crash causes 30-minute delays near Denton Island
All traffic is held on the M60 anticlockwise between J25 and J24 after a multi-vehicle crash, causing 30-minute delays and 3 miles of congestion.
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