Mandatory Driving Retests for Over-70s Petition
A parliamentary petition calls on the Labour government to mandate driving retests for drivers aged 70 and over to improve road safety. 10,000 signatures needed for a response.
A parliamentary petition calls on the Labour government to mandate driving retests for drivers aged 70 and over to improve road safety. 10,000 signatures needed for a response.
Labour MPs are considering tighter restrictions on domestic wood burning in urban areas to combat harmful PM2.5 pollution. Read the latest government response.
A major UK driving law change in 2030 will ban new petrol and diesel car sales. Discover how this shift to electric vehicles will affect millions of households and the challenges ahead.
The UK's advertising watchdog has banned adverts from Nike, Superdry and Lacoste for making misleading environmental claims. Read the full details of the rulings.
A Birmingham man has been disqualified from keeping animals for five years after his German Shepherd attacked a woman in Wigginton Park. Read the full court details.
Sophie Newnham, 17, from Surbiton, has rocketed to world number one in boccia just 18 months after her senior debut. Discover her journey and her nomination for a major UK Sport award.
Volvo and Polestar CEOs urge the EU to hold firm on the 2035 petrol car ban, warning that pausing it is a 'bad idea' as Germany lobbies to soften the deadline. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford faces MPs' scrutiny over a controversial fan ban citing a 'fictitious' match. His job is safe for now. Read the full investigation details.
West Midlands Police chiefs face a parliamentary grilling over the controversial ban on Israeli fans for the Aston Villa match. Follow the latest developments and calls for resignations.
The DVLA's latest medical report warns drivers with diabetes they must cease driving if dependent on glucose monitor alarms. New guidance outlines strict rules for insulin-treated bus and lorry drivers. Read the full update.
A nationwide ban on pavement parking is likely to be introduced across England in 2026. The move aims to improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians but poses challenges for drivers in tight streets.
New UK pollution targets could see wood-burning stoves partially banned in England. Learn how the government's environmental plan will affect households and air quality.
The DVLA warns drivers aged 70 and over to renew their driving licence. The free online process is quick and secure. Check if you need to renew now to stay legal on the road.
UK drivers with glaucoma, cataracts, or other vision issues face a £1,000 fine for not declaring their condition to the DVLA. Stay legal and safe on the roads.
Martin Lewis urges all UK bank customers to remember 159, a secure 3-digit number to verify your bank and stop fraudsters. Learn how this essential tool protects you.
Former EastEnders actress Shona McGarty was asked to leave Asda after smearing yogurt over herself in 2012. Read the full story of the supermarket incident.
New DVLA data reveals a 12% surge in driving offences, with motorists aged 35-44 most at risk of losing their licences. Learn how to avoid fines and disqualification.
Wiltshire Police launch roadside eyesight checks for drivers over 70. Those failing face DVLA referral. Ensure your vision meets legal standards this Christmas.
The DWP warns job seekers to remove three key details from their CVs to prevent identity theft, as fraud cases surge. Protect yourself now.
The DVLA may order drivers on opioid painkillers, tranquillisers, or certain antidepressants to avoid driving due to drowsiness risks. Check your medication now.
New DVLA rules now allow thousands of bus, coach and lorry drivers with diabetes to use continuous glucose monitors, improving safety and management.
Major UK mobile providers pledge to eliminate number spoofing by 2026, implementing new call tracing technology to protect millions from fraud. Learn how this affects you.
An investigation reveals hundreds of motorists over 70 failed to renew their driving licences as required by law. Discover the potential road safety implications and new government plans.
Money expert Martin Lewis urges UK bank customers to dial 159 to verify callers from their bank. This simple step helps prevent fraud by connecting you directly to your bank's legitimate switchboard.
Exclusive: Amsterdam police reveal the intelligence on Maccabi Tel Aviv 'ultras' shared with West Midlands Police, leading to the controversial fan ban at Villa Park. Read the full details.
West Midlands Police chief to be grilled by MPs over the controversial ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. Discover the truth behind the disputed intelligence and political fallout.
A Labour peer demands an official inquiry into claims of an 'evil plot' that 'officially endorsed' antisemitism in Birmingham, following a controversial football fan ban. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council's busking ban sparks debate. Explore the arguments over noise complaints, cultural impact, and the search for a compromise. Read the full story.
MP Marie Goldman advocates for a legal ban on smartphones in schools after hearing from teachers and parents about the damaging impact on children's mental health and learning.
Billyjoe Broad, 32, has been handed a three-year driving ban after failing to provide a breath specimen following an incident where a vehicle rolled into a Staffordshire pub. Read the full story.