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Better buses and more services after substantial funding boost for millions of passengers in the West Midlands

Millions of passengers in the West Midlands are set to benefit from faster, cheaper and more reliable buses, the Government said after announcing a £264.1 million boost for services and infrastructure.

Transport|10 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Better buses and more services after substantial funding boost for millions of passengers in the West Midlands
Supporting image for story: Moment Audi left dangling precariously over River Severn despite nearby warning sign
Moment Audi left dangling precariously over River Severn despite nearby warning sign
Transport|11 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Birmingham New Street Station declared busiest outside London - but our top 50 lists reveal some in our region are virtually deserted
Birmingham New Street Station declared busiest outside London - but our top 50 lists reveal some in our region are virtually deserted
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News|13 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Good news for West Midlands rail as CrossCountry to run normal service on Saturdays in December after strike called off
Good news for West Midlands rail as CrossCountry to run normal service on Saturdays in December after strike called off
Transport|Dec 3
Supporting image for story: 'Abso-f******-lutely' - Hilarious moment Kelly Osbourne swears live on BBC WM as she declares her support for renaming Birmingham Airport after father Ozzy
'Abso-f******-lutely' - Hilarious moment Kelly Osbourne swears live on BBC WM as she declares her support for renaming Birmingham Airport after father Ozzy
Entertainment|Dec 3
Supporting image for story: One lane closed on M6 southbound in West Midlands due to broken down vehicle
One lane closed on M6 southbound in West Midlands due to broken down vehicle
Wednesbury|Dec 3
Supporting image for story: West Midlands Metro makes magical journey to Cinderella at The Old Rep easy and affordable
West Midlands Metro makes magical journey to Cinderella at The Old Rep easy and affordable
Your World|Dec 3

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Airports across the UK are braced for the busiest Christmas getaway in history - what to expect
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Smethwick|Dec 2
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Viral News

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