Industry leaders call on the UK government to maintain its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars, despite the EU easing some emissions rules. Read why experts say changing course would risk investment.
UEFA fines Maccabi Tel Aviv €20,000 and issues a suspended away fan ban for racist chanting by supporters. The sanction follows controversy over a previous fan exclusion at Villa Park.
Spain approves a major smoking ban for beaches, bars & terraces. Tourists face new rules as health minister targets 140 daily tobacco deaths. Read the full details.
Over a third of drivers misjudge the alcohol limit. With a potential limit cut looming, experts urge zero alcohol when driving this festive season.
UK households warned to check garden sheds for banned metaldehyde slug pellets. Storing or using them is now illegal and could result in a fine. Check and dispose safely.
Rebecca Joynes, jailed for six-and-a-half years for sexual activity with pupils, could be banned from teaching for life after a conduct panel ruled her actions caused 'enormous damage'.
North Wales Police banned seven drivers immediately after they failed roadside eyesight tests. Officers stopped over 320 vehicles as part of Operation Dark Night. Learn more about the crackdown and Cassie's Law.
Jersey clarifies its 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales: existing vehicles can be used until end of life. Public consultation open until Jan 2026.
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'.
The DVLA has banned a list of new 2026 registration plates deemed offensive. Motorists face fines of up to £1,000 for displaying illegal plates. Discover the full list of prohibited combinations and the rules you must follow.
A Solihull council tenant has been banned from his property for three months after a court granted a Closure Order due to reports of Class A drug misuse and anti-social behaviour. Report issues confidentially.
Leigh Shelton, 64, has been jailed for causing serious injury by dangerous driving after a 100mph crash. The court heard his passengers were 'lucky to come out alive'. Read the full details.
The Animal Welfare Bill has become law, banning the import of young, mutilated, and heavily pregnant pets. Discover how this crackdown protects animals and buyers.
Andrew McNab, 40, has been given a suspended sentence and a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order after a 'nasty and unprovoked' assault on a police officer in Telford. Read the full details of the ban.
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.
The UK government unveils four new rules targeting wood burners to cut harmful PM2.5 pollution by 30% by 2030. Learn how the changes affect households.
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.
Discover Pepper Wood, an ancient woodland near Birmingham that was cut down twice for war efforts. See how community care revived this SSSI site into a thriving wildlife haven. Plan your visit today.
Proposed Labour government restrictions on wood-burning stoves labelled 'absurd' as public divides over clean air versus heating costs. Read the full debate.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Love Island's Lauren Wood addresses her split from Harrison Solomon and his new romance with Samie Elishi. Get the exclusive details on her reaction and future plans.