Four dead, including three teens, in Bolton collision
Three teenagers and a taxi driver died in a devastating head-on crash on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police are investigating and urging witnesses to come forward.
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Map reveals best and worst councils for fixing potholes
A new government traffic light system exposes which local councils are failing on pothole repairs. See if your area is red, amber, or green and the £590 average repair cost drivers face.
Four dead in Bolton car crash on Wigan Road
Four people have died and five are injured after a collision between a Seat Leon and a Citroen C4 Picasso in Bolton. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
New Map Shows England's Pothole Hotspots and Best Councils
A new government map rates 154 local councils on pothole repairs. See if your area is red, amber, or green and learn about the £7.3bn funding plan.
New DfT map reveals England's pothole problem areas
A new government traffic light tool rates local road conditions. See which areas are failing and how a £590 average repair bill hits drivers. Get the full story.
Funding crisis delays life-saving medical research in UK
A severe decline in UK research funding is stalling vital medical breakthroughs. Scientists warn of a 'lost generation' of therapies for cancer and dementia. Urgent government action is needed.
11-year-old girl dies after Tooting Bec Road collision
An 11-year-old girl has died three weeks after being hit by a car in Streatham. Police appeal for witnesses as a 54-year-old man is bailed.
Woman jailed for fatal 85mph crash killing three friends
Jorja Colville sentenced to 3 years 10 months for causing deaths of three young men in high-speed Falkirk collision. Read the full court details and police statement.
New UK Road Safety Strategy Targets 65% Cut in Deaths
The UK government announces its first road safety strategy in a decade, proposing tougher drink-drive limits, mandatory eye tests for over-70s, and compulsory emergency braking in new cars to dramatically reduce casualties by 2035.
Camden faces five weeks of road closures in January
Major disruption hits Camden as HS2 and utility works trigger multiple road closures throughout January 2026, with some streets shut for up to five weeks. Plan your journey.
Islington Road Closures & Works Cause January Disruption
Essential works in Islington will close roads for up to 11 days in January. Plan your route around Finsbury Park, Highbury Corner & City Road closures.
Public Broadcasting Corporation Dissolves After Funding Cuts
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funded NPR and PBS, has formally dissolved after Congress cut $1.1bn. The move threatens local stations and news deserts. Read the full story.
Two teens die in Kent car crash near Iwade
A 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl have died after a blue Ford Fiesta left Old Ferry Road in Kent. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Lambeth road closures Jan-Feb 2026: Tulse Hill shut
Key routes in Brixton, Clapham, and Streatham face closures for essential works. Plan ahead to avoid major travel disruption across Lambeth. Check the full list of dates.
Mother's tribute to 16-year-old son killed in Manchester
A mother pays heartbreaking tribute to her 16-year-old son, Alfie Moran, who died after being hit by a car in Burnage, Manchester. An 18-year-old man arrested and released on bail as police appeal for witnesses.
Newham Council Tax Rise Reduced After Fair Funding Review
Newham residents avoid a 9% council tax hike after a government funding review. The rise is now set at 4.99%, but cuts to services and increased fees are still planned. Read the full budget details.
Sutton road closures: Full list for Jan-Feb 2026
Major roadworks and closures planned across Sutton borough in early 2026. Check our list for disruptions in Cheam, Carshalton, Wallington and Sutton town centre.
Kensington and Chelsea January roadworks and closures
Essential maintenance by TfL, Thames Water and others will cause road closures and traffic delays across Kensington and Chelsea throughout January. Plan your journey.
Officer injured setting up cordon after Ealing crash
A police officer was run over while establishing a cordon for a two-car collision on Uxbridge Road, Ealing. The road was closed for eight hours. No arrests have been made.
Croydon crash: Two in hospital, two arrested, road closed
A serious two-car collision on London Road, Thornton Heath, has left two men in hospital and two in police custody. The road remains closed for investigation. Read the latest updates.
Hackney road closures: 18-month disruption from 2026
Major roadworks and closures will disrupt Hackney drivers from January 2026, with an 18-month project on Amhurst Road. Get the full list of dates and alternative routes here.
A23 London Road closed after Thornton Heath crash
A major collision has shut the A23 London Road in Thornton Heath, Croydon, causing significant disruption. Three London bus routes are on diversion. Get the latest traffic updates and details here.
Australia's 2025 road deaths rise by 8%
Australia's road toll increased in 2025, with 1,323 lives lost. Experts call for urgent action on speed limits and vehicle safety. Discover the full analysis.
Hillingdon road closures in January - full list
Drivers in Hillingdon face disruption as four roads close for utility works in January. One closure in Ickenham will last three months. See dates, diversion routes and details.
Man dies after lorry collision on North Circular
A man in his thirties was pronounced dead at the scene after being hit by a lorry on the A406 North Circular in East London. Police are investigating and supporting the family.
Judge blocks Trump admin's $230m security grant cuts
A federal judge has halted the Trump administration's move to slash over $230m in homeland security grants from states resisting immigration crackdowns. Read the full ruling details.
London councils allowed large council tax rises from 2026
Five London boroughs are among six councils given permission to raise council tax above 5% in 2026/27. Some have pledged not to, despite facing major budget gaps. Read the latest on the Fair Funding Review.
MP: Litigation funding risks profits before justice
Labour MP Oliver Ryan argues third-party litigation funding is becoming a volume-driven model, citing the Post Office scandal where £46m went to funders, not victims. Read his call for reform.
Croydon gains £120m in Fair Funding review
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
Council Tax Set to Rise as New Funding Formula Unveiled
A new 'Fair Funding' formula reshapes council finances, boosting deprived areas. But with most councils still hiking tax, is the crisis over? Explore the winners, losers, and impact on your bill.
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