Drivers face court and bans for phone use at wheel
UK drivers, especially under-25s, are increasingly using handheld phones while driving, risking six points, £200 fines, and court-imposed driving bans. The RAC warns of a 'concerning increase'.
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Winter driving mistakes that risk £1000 fines
Driving expert Liam Barnes reveals six costly DVLA rule breaches for winter, from clearing number plates to removing coats. Avoid fines up to £1000 and penalty points.
Thousands caught by new Devon traffic cameras
New enforcement cameras in Exeter and Barnstaple caught thousands breaching bus lanes and gates. Drivers get warnings first, then fines. Read the latest traffic updates.
Claim a £3,539 HMRC Pension Tax Refund Now
Thousands overpay tax on pension withdrawals due to emergency codes. Learn how to check your status and claim your refund from HMRC ahead of the festive season.
£80 fines for wheelie bin mistakes hit UK households
UK councils are issuing £80 fixed penalties for wheelie bin misuse. Learn the rules to avoid fines for blocking pavements or causing a nuisance.
Birmingham Council faces fine over missed waste deadline
Birmingham City Council could face a government financial penalty after bin strikes forced it to delay new weekly food waste collections, missing a key environmental target. Read the latest.
Two-digit tax code could mean £3,539 HMRC refund
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.
Get £10 Free Electricity on Christmas Day - Deadline Dec 21
UK households can claim up to £10 for electricity used on Christmas Day via Uswitch's Power Hours scheme. Sign up by December 21 to secure the refund as energy bills are set to rise.
Christmas Driving Habits That Could Cost You £5,000
Motoring expert warns UK drivers that festive habits like loud music and unsafe tree transport could lead to huge fines and penalty points this Christmas. Stay safe and legal on the roads.
Holly Willoughby pleads guilty to driving offence
TV presenter Holly Willoughby admits driving without due care after knocking a man off his scooter in London. Read the full court details and potential penalties here.
Birmingham's December 2025 Speed Camera Sites Listed
West Midlands Police reveal 48 locations for mobile speed cameras across Birmingham this December. See the full list to stay safe and avoid fines.
Fans furious over 25-minute Heather Small concert
Music fans feel 'ripped off' after Heather Small performed for just 25 minutes at Manchester Cathedral. Organisers accused of mis-selling the event. Read the full story.
Vodafone, EE, Three, O2 Face £1.1bn Loyalty Penalty Claim
Millions of UK mobile customers could receive up to £104 per contract in a massive £1.1bn class action lawsuit against Vodafone, EE, Three and O2 over alleged loyalty penalties. Find out if you're eligible.
Virgin Media hit with record £23.8m Ofcom fine
Ofcom issues its largest fine of the year to Virgin Media for putting vulnerable telecare customers at risk during the digital landline switch. Full details on the regulator's action.
Sky customers get £290 refunds as service ends
Sky is refunding customers up to £290 after discontinuing its Sky Live service. Find out if you're eligible and how the refund process works without any action required.
Birmingham's worst road for parking fines revealed
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.
30,000 drivers caught by M6 speed cameras
Exclusive data reveals nearly 30,000 speeding offences on the M6 in the West Midlands. Discover the motorway's busiest camera hotspots and how to avoid fines.
Sky Live axed: Customers to receive refunds up to £290
Sky is refunding customers up to £290 after discontinuing its Sky Live service. The interactive TV feature will shut down permanently on December 4, 2025.
Record penalty points force drivers off UK roads
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.
Driver jailed for fatal 63mph Quinton crash
Danielle Mitten sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting and killing student Lucy Atkins. Learn how this tragedy highlights the dangers of speeding.
Asylum seekers feel 'very vulnerable' after protests
Asylum seekers in Worcester, who escaped religious persecution and death threats, feel 'very vulnerable' after summer protests. A local charity calls for a refugee forum.
HMRC's 2027 ISA Crackdown: New Charges Explained
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major ISA shake-up. From 2027, the cash ISA limit falls to £12,000, with new charges for 'cash-like' stocks and shares ISA holdings.
Birmingham's December 2025 speed camera locations
West Midlands Police reveals 48 mobile speed camera sites across Birmingham for Christmas 2025. Check the full list to avoid fines and stay safe.
UK pension tax refunds hit £50m in three months
UK households reclaimed nearly £50m in overpaid pension tax between July and September 2025, with over 13,700 savers getting £3,539 back each. Experts call for system reform.
HMRC sets 8-week deadline for UK tax refund payments
HMRC has clarified its tax refund process, confirming payments will reach UK households within eight weeks. Learn how to claim your money and avoid common pitfalls.
West Midlands Metro fare fines to increase to £100
Fare dodgers on the West Midlands Metro will face a tenfold fine increase to £100 in the new year. Learn about the new 'buy before you board' policy and ticketing overhaul.
West Midlands Metro fines rise tenfold to £100
Penalty fares on the West Midlands Metro will increase tenfold from £10 to £100 in the new year as part of a major crackdown on fare evasion and a new 'buy before you board' policy.
Check for £126 energy refund if you moved house
Millions who switched energy suppliers after moving home may be owed £126 refunds. Ofgem reveals £240m in unclaimed credit. Act now to claim your money.
DWP to review Carer's Allowance overpayments
The DWP will reassess Carer's Allowance overpayment cases and issue refunds after admitting its guidance was unclear. Find out if you're affected.
UK Fleet Fines Surge with New Driving Rules
Fleet fines have surged across the UK, driven by new Clean Air Zones and AI enforcement. Private parking remains the top offence. Discover how businesses are coping.
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