Drivers demand end to 'outdated' parking space rules
Nearly half of UK motorists want larger parking bays as cars grow bigger. Calls mount for Labour to update 50-year-old guidelines to tackle 'autobesity'.
Nearly half of UK motorists want larger parking bays as cars grow bigger. Calls mount for Labour to update 50-year-old guidelines to tackle 'autobesity'.
The UK faces a rapid increase in older private renters, with numbers set to treble by 2040, raising serious concerns over retirement finances and housing suitability. Discover the full story.
A major crackdown on Blue Badge fraud is underway across the UK. With misuse at crisis levels, councils are taking action, with 82% of investigations leading to fines or prosecution. Learn the rules to avoid a £1,000 penalty.
New data reveals a major council crackdown on blue badge fraud, with over 14,000 fines issued. Discover the risks of misusing disabled bays and the growing enforcement crisis.
A father of three was fined nearly £300 after being 13 minutes late to his car. He lost his keys in a play centre ball pit and couldn't extend his parking stay. He's now calling for a change in the rules.
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.
Faced with long NHS waits, thousands are paying for private MRI, CT and X-ray scans via services like Scan.com for faster results and peace of mind. Discover the costs and patient experiences.
Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre has launched a new automated parking system just in time for Christmas. Find out how the 'Drive In. Drive Out.' technology works.
Norton Group Holdings, parent of The Range, leads Devon's 150 largest private firms. The list reveals £7.7bn turnover and 48,000 jobs. Discover the county's economic powerhouses.
Investment groups NVM and eComplete back a £31m management buyout of Durham-based scent company Noted Aromas, marking a major step for the direct-to-consumer brand's international expansion plans.
State pensioners with a two-digit 'M1' tax code may be owed thousands in emergency tax refunds from HMRC. Learn how to check your code and claim back an average of £3,539.
Bullring shopping centre introduces automated 'Drive In. Drive Out' parking, but shoppers slam 'extortionate' fees. New system uses number plate recognition for easier exit.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget excludes private hire from a VAT scheme, adding 20% to fares from January 2026. Experts warn of a 'taxi tax' hitting young and rural users hardest.
The Bank of England warns of heightened threats to financial stability from AI bubbles and private credit, even as it reduces capital requirements for UK lenders to 13%. Read the full analysis.
A man was hit with a £100 fine over a faulty ticket machine while buying slippers for his terminally ill father. He's now taking the car park firm to court.
Police in Bilston have issued fines to two drivers for blocking the pavement. A Fiat Doblo van and a Peugeot 207 were ticketed in Dale Street as part of a local crackdown.
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.
Essential guide for disabled drivers: Discover the 11 key locations where Blue Badge parking is prohibited to avoid fines this Christmas. Know your rights and restrictions.
New research reveals 1.3 million UK parking spaces may vanish to accommodate wider modern cars. Discover the impact on drivers and shopping centres.
Alum Rock Road is Birmingham's parking fine capital with over 10,000 penalties issued this year. Discover the city's top enforcement hotspots and why drivers keep breaking rules.
Bromford Walk in Great Barr is issuing £100 fines via an ANPR camera within moments of parking, even when drivers pay for a ticket. Local businesses report losing customers.
Council officials discovered a serial blue badge offender fined 34 times in Kingston upon Thames. Discover how authorities are tackling disabled parking space misuse across the UK.
Worcester councillors urge motorists to report and photograph pavement parking, highlighting risks to pedestrians. New research commissioned as 42% of drivers support a ban.
A Birmingham man was charged £100 after parking at Pizza Hut in Great Barr, despite his wife paying for a ticket. Discover how ANPR cameras are causing outrage for local customers.
Mobility scooter users across the UK risk fines for illegal parking. Expert reveals 5 prohibited locations and essential rules to stay safe and legal.
The UK government announces new national minimum standards for taxi and private hire vehicle licensing to strengthen passenger safety. Learn how this crackdown affects you.
Lara Simpson, struck off for faking cancer and her own death, is reportedly still teaching children privately. Discover the shocking details of her elaborate deception.
Shocking footage shows a delivery driver casually riding an e-bike down the M6 near Birmingham, forcing lorries to slow down. West Midlands Police are now aware of the illegal incident.
Discover why Fibonacci Day on 23 November celebrates the mathematical sequence found in sunflowers, art, and music. Explore the Golden Ratio's impact from Da Vinci to modern culture.
Shoppers at Tesco, Asda and other major UK supermarkets are being warned about the strict age limit for parent and child parking bays. Learn the rules to avoid a £100 fine.