Smart Tachograph Mandate for New Goods Vehicles from 2026
Major UK driving law change: All newly registered goods vehicles must have a 'smart 2 tachograph' from 24 Dec 2026. Learn how this impacts drivers and operators.
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Drivers demand tougher penalties for parking offences
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.
Supermarkets Open New Year's Day: UK Opening Hours
Don't panic if you run out of food on January 1st. Many UK supermarkets are open on the bank holiday. Check our full list of opening times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and more.
UK Supermarkets Closed New Year's Day 2025
Plan your shopping: Major UK retailers including Aldi, M&S, and Poundland will shut on January 1st. Check our full list to avoid disappointment.
Supermarket opening hours for New Year's Day 2025
Find out which major UK supermarkets are open on New Year's Day 2025 and their reduced trading hours. Plan your last-minute shopping for the bank holiday.
24-Hour Deadline for £7,500 Free Childcare
Families across England have just one day left to apply for 30 hours of free weekly childcare worth up to £7,500. Learn the eligibility criteria and how to secure funding for 2026.
Shoppers Flock to Birmingham Bullring for Post-Christmas Sales
Birmingham city centre was bustling as shoppers descended on the Bullring for major sales at Selfridges, Next, M&S and more. See opening hours and the new stores that opened in 2025.
Aldi UK Store Closures for New Year's Day 2025
Aldi announces festive opening hours, shutting all 1,000+ UK supermarkets on January 1st. Plan your shop as times fluctuate. Details on new store openings inside.
Aldi New Year Opening Times 2025/26
Aldi confirms festive opening hours for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Plan your shop before stores close at 6pm on December 31st. Check local times now.
Birmingham Christmas 2025 bin collection dates confirmed
Birmingham City Council releases revised 2025 festive waste collection schedule. Check your dates online as recycling remains suspended due to industrial action.
90-hour UK snow bomb forecast from January 4
The UK faces a 90-hour snow event starting January 4, with Scotland worst-hit. Up to an inch per hour could fall. Get the latest forecast details and regional impacts here.
Which shops are open on Christmas Day in the UK?
Forgot a crucial item on Christmas Day? Don't panic. Our guide reveals which shops can legally open, from small convenience stores to petrol stations, to save your festive day.
Boxing Day 2025: Full List of UK Shop Closures
Discover which major UK retailers are closing on Boxing Day 2025 to give staff a festive break. Plan your post-Christmas shopping with our complete guide.
Older drivers fear digital licence ban in 2026
Older and disabled drivers fear being banned from roads as DVLA moves to digital-first licences. One man with severe burns highlights accessibility flaws. Read the full story.
Aldi Changes Specialbuys Days and Ends Click and Collect
Aldi announces a temporary change to its Specialbuys release days over Christmas and New Year, and confirms the permanent closure of its Click and Collect service across all UK stores.
Car Insurance Rules to Tighten After Pay-Per-Mile Tax
UK motorists warned of tougher car insurance checks following Chancellor's pay-per-mile tax plan. Experts advise honesty on mileage to avoid policy consequences.
UK Supermarket Christmas 2025 Opening Hours Guide
Plan your festive shopping with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year 2025. Avoid the last-minute rush and check before you travel.
Christmas petrol station chaos as supermarkets change hours
Major supermarkets and petrol stations, including Tesco, Asda, and Shell, announce revised Christmas opening times. Drivers urged to check local hours to avoid festive disruption.
Halfords Christmas 2025 Closure: 72-Hour Shutdown
Halfords announces a 72-hour Christmas closure across Birmingham, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Drivers urged to plan ahead. Read the full festive schedule.
UK Drivers Urged to Avoid High-Risk 'Danger Hours'
Motorists are urged to avoid late-night driving as new analysis reveals the most dangerous hours on UK roads. Expert advice on staying safe this festive season.
UK Supermarket Christmas 2025 Opening Hours Guide
Don't get caught out this festive season. Our complete guide details the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day opening times for all major UK supermarkets in 2025.
The Range and Wilko shut all shops for 48 hours at Christmas
The Range and Wilko will close all 280 UK stores on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, giving staff an extended festive break. Find your local opening times here.
Man stabbed on Dudley High Street, police investigate
A man was taken to hospital after a stabbing on Dudley High Street in the early hours of Sunday, December 21. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Wetherspoons' Christmas customer rules explained
JD Wetherspoon has detailed its key customer policies for the Christmas period, covering dress codes, vaping, and rules for under-18s. Learn what's allowed in UK pubs.
Boxing Day 2025 Opening Times for West Midlands Shopping
Plan your Boxing Day 2025 shopping in the West Midlands. See opening hours for Bullring, Merry Hill, The Fort, Resorts World and more. Check which major stores are closed.
Wetherspoons Christmas Rules: What You Need to Know
Planning a festive trip to Wetherspoons? Here are the essential rules on dogs, dress code, vaping, and under-18s you must follow across the Christmas period.
Wetherspoon's Christmas Day Opening: Full West Midlands List
JD Wetherspoon confirms 683 pubs open on Christmas Day 2025, including many across Birmingham and the West Midlands. See the full local list and festive menu details here.
48-Hour Deadline for Free Christmas Electricity
UK households with smart meters have until Dec 21 to claim £10 of free electricity for Christmas Day via Uswitch's Power Hours scheme. Sign up now!
Gail's Bakery: 10 shops open on Christmas Day
Gail's Bakery confirms 10 London branches will stay open on Christmas Day, offering free mince pies. Check the full list of festive opening hours here.
Lidl UK Christmas 2025 Closure Dates Announced
Lidl confirms all 1,000 UK supermarkets will close for three days over the festive period. Find out the key dates and last-minute shopping hours here.
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