New analysis reveals Labour's proposed pay-per-mile road tax could cost electric vehicle drivers an extra £267 annually. Find out how the 2028 scheme will impact you and the future of motoring.
A comprehensive guide to the major motoring law changes coming in 2026, from VED hikes and pay-per-mile plans to new congestion zones and compensation schemes. Stay informed to avoid fines.
UK drivers face seven major rule changes in 2026, including car tax hikes for electric vehicles, new licence swaps, and fresh congestion charges. Stay informed to avoid fines.
Former X Factor contestant Chico, real name Yousseph Slimani, pleaded not guilty to a drink-driving offence at Willesden Magistrates' Court. Get the latest court updates.
Motorists in parts of England have been hit with £2.1 million in bus lane fines. Newcastle, Gateshead, and Sunderland issued the most penalties. Discover the reasons and your rights.
Richard Deakin charged over death of Joshua Johnson-Hector, 31, outside Savanna cocktail bar. Police appeal for witnesses to the early morning assault.
Halifax, Nationwide and Santander are allowing mortgage holders to switch deals months early without charges. Discover how to lock in lower rates and potentially save thousands.
HMRC urges self-assessment taxpayers to file by Jan 31 2026 or face initial £100 fines and escalating penalties. Learn the deadlines and how to avoid scams.
HMRC warns UK households that accessing pensions early, even for 'trivial sums' over £30,000, is tax avoidance. You could face a 55% charge. Read the official advice now.
A woman in her 60s suffered life-threatening stab wounds in Evesham on Boxing Day. Clive Harris, 57, has been charged with attempted murder. Read the latest.
Heathrow Airport introduces a £7 drop-off fee and strict 10-minute limit from January 1, 2026. Drivers face an £80 fine for non-payment. Learn the new rules and how to pay.
Worcester City Council approves converting a house into a children's care home on Woolhope Road, overriding neighbours' concerns about parking and neighbourhood character.
The AA warns of a record-breaking Christmas getaway with 24.4 million car trips today. Birmingham's M5/M6 interchange is a key hotspot. Read the full traffic alert.
Drivers across the UK are urged to avoid the roads until 7pm on Boxing Day as the AA forecasts 19.7 million car journeys. Discover the worst congestion hotspots and travel times.
The AA warns of a record-breaking Christmas getaway with 24.4 million car trips expected today. Key congestion hotspots include the M5/M6 near Birmingham. Plan ahead.
New data reveals 71% of drivers worry about EV range, but experts say myths, not technology, are slowing adoption. Discover the facts on charging and battery life.
Electric vehicle owners in London must now pay the daily Congestion Charge as the Cleaner Vehicle Discount ends. Find out how the new rules will impact your travel costs.
Over 100,000 UK families will no longer need to file a self-assessment tax return to pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge. The new HMRC system collects it via PAYE. Find out if you're affected.
New enforcement cameras at a busy M5 junction will issue fines to drivers who stop in a yellow box. Many motorists are unaware of the rule, risking penalties.
Labour's new mileage-based tax for electric vehicles, charging 3p per mile, faces fierce criticism from industry leaders who warn it will hinder EV adoption. Read the full reaction.
Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson discusses Ofgem's 2026 rule change requiring low or no standing charge tariffs. Will Octopus offer one? Find out the details and potential impact on your bills.
Abdou Sillah, 23, charged with murder and knife possession after Kiirpaal Nhian, 29, was fatally stabbed in Small Heath. He will appear at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on 26 December. Police appeal for witnesses.
A 28-year-old man has been charged after a hit-and-run collision on Goldthorn Hill left a woman in her 50s in hospital. Read the latest from West Midlands Police.
UK motorists are being warned they could face a £1,000 fine for illegally parking in disabled bays. Councils have launched a major crackdown after 20,000 investigations in five years. Read the full details.
Labour announces a new pay-per-mile car tax of 3p for EVs and 1.5p for plug-in hybrids from 2028. Experts warn it's the 'thin end of the wedge' and could quickly rise to 10p per mile.
Electric vehicle owners in London must pay the congestion charge from January 2, marking the end of a key perk. Daily rates rise to £18, with a discount for EVs.
The Government confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles. Find out how much you'll pay and when it starts.
Ernest Heinz, known for a Sopranos role, faces 31 charges including attempted murder after a September 2024 road rage shooting in New Jersey that left a mother blind in one eye.
London drivers lose 100% ULEZ Cleaner Vehicle Discount from 25 December 2025. New tiered system for electric vehicles starts January 2026. Read the full details and political reaction.
HMRC urges UK parents to check eligibility for backdated Child Benefit payments worth up to £2,500. Act before the mid-January deadline to secure this vital financial support.