Midlands Connect: Transport upgrades ‘would help M54 corridor growth’
Improvements to the transport network between Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury could drive growth and investment in the West Midlands and beyond, says Midland Connect. Enhancements to the rail line, the M54 and A5, bus networks, and active travel would “boost the regional economy and benefit productivity,” the organisation has said. According to the BBC, Midlands Connect, […]
Hypothecation: Police, council and campaign leaders back call for road safety fines to be spent on schemes
The West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Simon Foster and the Mayor of the West Midlands, Richard Parker, have secured overwhelming support from 33 senior leaders across policing, local government and road safety partnerships to call for an urgent review of the UK’s speed enforcement system. In a joint letter issued to Government this […]
Economist to advise West Midlands mayor on £2.4bn transport plan
Am economist who has worked on projects such as HS2 has been brought in by West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker to advise on the region’s new multi-billion pound transport scheme. Bridget Rosewell CBE has been appointed to provide independent advice, with a focus on the region’s £2.4bn Transport for City Regions package. The project is […]
Majority of Birmingham roads set to become 30mph – or less
Following a successful road safety scheme in the West Midlands, a Birmingham City Council member has revealed plans to reduce speed limits across the region. An 18% reduction in the number of people killed or seriously injured on the roads in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period the previous year now […]
Six West Midlands councils to receive £12m to fill region’s potholes
Six councils are to receive an extra £2m to help fill thousands of potholes and resurface roads across the West Midlands. The £12m funding – enough to fill 132,000 potholes and subject to final government sign-off – will be shared between Coventry, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall and Wolverhampton. It follows a grant of £8m that […]
Drivers making themselves ‘invisible’ to speed cameras
Exclusive data has revealed how illegal number plates are becoming an increasing issue on West Midlands roads. It means reckless drivers can speed, run red light and perform other dangerous manoeuvres without being caught. Data obtained under freedom of information laws shows illegal number plate offences have risen over recent years in the West Midlands, […]
Extended funding deal for West Midlands bus network
A new funding deal to stop a number of West Midlands bus services being cut has been agreed. The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) board has green lit an extension of the Bus Network Support Grant which provides financial support to operators. It will be extended from 1 to 30 April, with a new arrangement kicking in […]
Solihull: £1m safety plan after series of fatal crashes
A road that has seen three fatal crashes since 2018 is set for new crossings and speed cameras. Measures to improve the A41 Warwick Road in Solihull are part of a £1m project after years of complaints from residents about dangerous traffic. The BBC reports that Solihull Council secured the funding from the Department for […]
Extra £8.6m provided to fill thousands of West Midlands potholes
An extra £8.6m of funding has been secured to fill potholes and resurface West Midlands roads. The increase of about 35% in the region’s highway repair funding comes on top of £24m already committed by the Department for Transport for 2025-26. West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker said: “Far too many of our roads are blighted […]
West Midlands mayor to announce two new transport roles
The mayor of the West Midlands, Richard Parker, has announced he is launching the recruitment of two roles to join the region’s Transport Taskforce to improve safety for road users, foster a culture of active travel, and reduce car dependency. “There is a road safety emergency in our region,” he tweeted, “As Mayor, I’m committed […]