Lambeth parking charges soar by up to 49%
Lambeth Council plans huge cashless parking hikes, with diesel drivers facing up to £27/hour in Waterloo. The move, aimed at improving air quality, will start in February 2026.
Lambeth Council plans huge cashless parking hikes, with diesel drivers facing up to £27/hour in Waterloo. The move, aimed at improving air quality, will start in February 2026.
Cardiff's new parking fees for heavy SUVs are being ignored by motorists, with large vehicles still dominating searches. Experts say practicality trumps policy for many buyers.
Motorists in England are being hit with fines up to £500 for parking over fire hydrants. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service warns this illegal act delays emergency responses. Learn how to avoid penalties.
Blue Badge holders must know the 11 key parking prohibitions to avoid fines. Learn where you cannot park, from zigzag lines to bus lanes, and ensure safe, legal use of your permit.
East Renfrewshire Council has begun enforcing a new pavement parking ban. Drivers face £100 fines to improve safety for pedestrians and wheelchair users. Learn the key dates and rules.
Worcestershire County Council plans to introduce parking fees at popular country parks to help fill a £70 million budget shortfall. Find out which sites are affected and the local reaction.
MPs are urging the government to reform the Blue Badge scheme to better support people with unpredictable health conditions. Could temporary badges and new criteria help?
Local councils gain new powers to issue £100 fines for pavement parking. The move aims to improve safety for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and parents with pushchairs. Find out how this affects your area.
Birmingham City Council gets new powers to ban dangerous pavement parking from 2026. Residents with pushchairs and mobility scooters welcome the crackdown.
Tesco reports a 3.3% rise in festive sales, boosting market share and forecasting £3.1bn profit. The supermarket also revives its nostalgic 'blue and white stripes' to signal value.
Local authorities in England gain new powers to restrict pavement parking, aiming to improve safety for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and visually impaired people. Find out what it means for drivers.
West Midlands Police issue tickets and shame drivers for 'inconsiderate and dangerous' parking on school zigzags in Halesowen, warning it puts lives at risk. Read the full story.
Tesco is reintroducing its nostalgic blue and white stripes, axed in 2012, to symbolise value. The move is part of a major campaign to keep 3,000 branded product prices low. Read more.
A forklift driver in Birmingham used his machine to lift and move an SUV parked illegally across a business entrance. Watch the video and see how the delivery lorry was finally able to get through.
Residents in Solihull Lodge are holding a public meeting on January 6 to tackle ongoing problems with taxis and vehicles clogging residential streets, preventing locals from parking near their homes.
A Birmingham McDonald's branch introduces a one-hour parking restriction to free up spaces. Delivery drivers had been causing congestion. Find out how customers can request an extension.
Drivers in East Renfrewshire face new £100 fines for pavement, double, and dropped kerb parking from Monday, with a three-month 'soft launch' warning period. Learn the rules.
Longevity experts reveal the simple habit from the world's Blue Zones: moderate drinking with meals and friends. Discover the science and the crucial caveats for UK health.
Motorists risk fines and points by breaking two lesser-known Highway Code rules when parking near home. Experts warn against pavement parking and facing the wrong way.
New data reveals the Birmingham streets where drivers are most likely to be fined for parking offences, with Alum Rock Road topping the list. Discover the hotspots to avoid.
Motorists are warned that parking or turning on a stranger's driveway is trespassing and could lead to a £5,000 fine, community orders, or prosecution.
Bristol Airport is increasing its drop-off charge to £8.50 for a 10-minute stay from 5 January 2026. Blue Badge holders get 40 minutes for the same fee. Find cheaper alternatives here.
HMRC clarifies tax rules for UK households selling unwanted Christmas presents online. Learn the £6,000 threshold and when you must declare income to avoid penalties.
Police warn travellers after a spate of car thefts from 'unofficial' long-stay airport parking firms. One couple's Volkswagen was stolen from Heathrow. Read the full safety advice.
Motorists are being warned of fines up to £130 for inconsiderate parking this festive season. Experts highlight key Highway Code rules on pavement parking and EV bays to avoid penalties.
Private parking firms issued a record 15.9 million tickets last year, a 17% surge. Drivers face a potential £1.4bn bill, prompting urgent calls for a new Code of Practice.
Labour's Transport Minister responds to calls for widening Blue Badge eligibility. Get the latest on parking concessions for people with non-visible disabilities.
A new survey reveals 80% of UK drivers want harsher fines for inconsiderate parking this festive season. Discover the most annoying habits and where the politest drivers live.
The Blue Bell Cider House in Earlswood cancels its New Year's Eve event due to low ticket sales. Patrons suggest the music lineup was misjudged for the local demographic. Full refunds offered.
Ministers confirm review of Blue Badge guidance after MPs demand change for cancer patients and others denied parking benefits. New rules could launch next year.