West Midlands PCC calls for new driver licence restrictions
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster urges government to adopt Progressive Driving Licences for new drivers, including curfews and lower alcohol limits, to cut road deaths.
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Derby students raise £2k+ for charity at festive market
Year 12 students at Derby Cathedral School organised the school's inaugural Christmas market, raising over £2,000 for local charities. The event featured 35 stalls and was part of the Archbishop's Young Leaders Award.
Free NHS Prescriptions and Dental Care for Young Care Leavers
Young adults leaving care in England will receive free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests up to age 25. A new pilot also offers paid NHS internships and guaranteed interviews.
Welsh Beekeeper Crowned BBC Countryfile Young Champion
Dafydd Pett from Bridgend has won the BBC Countryfile Young Countryside Champion 2025 award for his beekeeping, youth work, and pollinator advocacy. Discover his inspiring story.
Singer Chris Rea dies at age 74
Beloved British musician Chris Rea, famous for the festive classic 'Driving Home for Christmas', has died at 74 after a short illness. Read our tribute.
Singer-Songwriter Chris Rea Passes Away at 74
The iconic British musician Chris Rea, famed for hits like 'Driving Home for Christmas', has died at 74. His family confirms his passing following a short illness. Read more about his legendary career.
Singer Chris Rea dies aged 74 following short illness
Grammy-nominated singer Chris Rea, famous for Driving Home For Christmas, has died at 74. Read about his career, health battles, and lasting legacy.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons recall fish over allergy risk
Young's Seafood urgently recalls Lemon & Pepper Fish Fillets sold in major UK supermarkets due to undeclared mustard. Customers with allergies urged to return product for full refund.
Police chief calls for 'progressive' driving licence restrictions
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster urges the Government to adopt radical new driving licence rules for young motorists, including night-time curfews and passenger restrictions, to cut fatal collisions.
New 'Progressive Driving Licences' Could Ban Night Driving
West Midlands PCC calls for new laws to restrict young drivers at night and with passengers. Could this cut fatal crashes? Read the full proposal.
Coroner calls for new passenger rules for young drivers
A coroner urges action on graduated driving licences after three teens died in a Warwickshire crash. Could new drivers face passenger bans?
Tributes pour in for BBC Pebble Mill legend Jane McLean
Former BBC Pebble Mill producer Jane McLean has passed away, prompting heartfelt tributes from friends and colleagues. Remembering her legacy on iconic shows.
Late-Night Curfew and Lower Drink-Drive Limits for New UK Drivers
Safety campaigners urge a 'Graduated Driving Licence' with a night curfew and near-zero alcohol limits for new drivers to reduce serious accidents. Could this save young lives?
GPS ankle tags offered to young offenders in Kent
Kent Police is trialling voluntary GPS ankle tags, dubbed 'chav nav', to help young offenders break the cycle of crime. The scheme aims to reduce shoplifting and antisocial behaviour.
Claim Your £2,242 Child Trust Fund, Urges HMRC
HMRC urges 18-23 year olds to claim matured Child Trust Funds worth an average of £2,242. Find out if you were born between 2002-2011 and have money waiting.
Coroner's Warning After Teenagers Die in Midlands Crash
A coroner warns more will die unless action is taken on newly qualified drivers, following the deaths of Matilda Seccombe and Harry Purcell in a 2023 crash.
Brecon's Illuminated Tractor Run Raises Funds for Air Ambulance
Pontfaen Young Farmers' annual illuminated tractor and 4x4 run lights up Brecon on Dec 23, raising funds for Wales Air Ambulance, The Brain Tumour Charity & local hospitals. Join the festive spectacle!
New Driving Licence Rules Proposed for Young Drivers
Young drivers aged 17-24 could face stricter rules like night curfews. A new safety campaign demands Graduated Driving Licences to cut fatal crashes. Read the latest.
Night curfew and lower drink-drive limit for new UK drivers
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster demands Progressive Driving Licences with night curfews and lower alcohol limits for novices to slash road deaths. Urgent call for government action.
Free TV Licence Plan for Benefit Claimants Under Review
Labour's Culture Secretary is reviewing BBC funding, with free TV licences for those on benefits among options. Could a £174.50 fee change ease the burden on poorer households?
BBC Radio star Sir Humphrey Burton dies aged 94
Tributes pour in for Sir Humphrey Burton, the revered BBC Radio 3 broadcaster who died at 94. His family confirmed the sad news in an emotional statement.
Stone Roses' Mani died from respiratory issues, family confirm
Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, bassist for The Stone Roses, has died at 63. His family confirms his death was due to respiratory issues from a long-term lung condition. Read the full tribute.
BBC Licence Fee Faces Major Reform in Government Review
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy launches a decade review of the BBC's funding, considering adverts and subscription tiers. Have your say in the public consultation.
Major Review into Rising Youth Inactivity Launched
A major independent review, led by Alan Milburn, will investigate the surge in young people not in work or education. The probe aims to tackle 'uncomfortable truths' and find solutions.
Young benefit claimants warned over new DWP rules
Young Universal Credit claimants risk losing payments if they refuse job offers under strict new DWP rules. The scheme targets 900,000 people to cut the welfare bill. Read the full details.
GP said breast lump was 'just a duct' - now terminal
Shanice Bennett, 26, was told a breast lump was likely a blocked milk duct. It was stage four terminal cancer. She's now living her bucket list.
BBC presenter Dave Monk dies aged 72 after cancer fight
Beloved BBC Radio Essex presenter Dave Monk has died aged 72, one year after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Tributes pour in for the broadcaster of 40 years. Read his final, inspiring message.
Young Brits miss £512 free cash from LISA scheme
Millions of 18-28 year olds are missing out on £512.77 in free government money by not using a Lifetime ISA. Discover how this simple savings trick could have earned young adults over £3.1bn.
Young workers face pension tax hit under Labour plans
Rachel Reeves' proposed £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice pension contributions could penalise young workers and cost employers. Full analysis of the Treasury's £2bn tax raid.
Young Boys fined and banned after Villa Park trouble
UEFA has fined BSC Young Boys €50,000 and issued a one-match away fan ban following crowd disturbances at Aston Villa. Get the latest on the fallout from the Europa League match.
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