Blue Badge holders risk £1,000 fines for missed renewal
Blue Badge holders must renew permits manually or risk £1,000 penalties. Apply three months before expiry. Government clarifies rules for fluctuating conditions like Parkinson's.
Blue Badge holders must renew permits manually or risk £1,000 penalties. Apply three months before expiry. Government clarifies rules for fluctuating conditions like Parkinson's.
The Government unveils new powers for councils to ban pavement parking across England, aiming to improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians. Find out how it will work.
A Nottingham mother was left 'dumbfounded' after receiving a £100 parking fine for an alleged 18-hour stay during a brief shopping trip. She is fighting the charge, with campaigners warning of a widespread issue.
Labour MPs push for mandatory sight tests every decade for UK drivers to improve road safety, as ministers consider action on headlamp glare. Read the latest.
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.
Age UK responds to Labour's plan for mandatory eye tests at 70, calling it 'disproportionate' and urging a raise in the renewal age to 75. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
An 82-year-old peer's second driving ban this year has reignited concerns about the self-assessment system for older drivers in the UK. Discover the details and the wider debate.
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.
Consumer experts reveal the crucial three-week window to renew car insurance and slash costs. Learn the exact timing to avoid paying hundreds more.
Older drivers may need to pass vision and cognitive tests to renew their licence from age 70. Learn about the proposed road safety overhaul and what it means for you.
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.
Motorists renewing their driving licence at the Post Office face a 50% surcharge compared to the online fee. Learn how to avoid the extra cost and a potential £1000 fine.
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.
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.