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5 Vital Road Safety Tips for New UK Drivers

A police road safety expert reveals five crucial tips for new and young drivers during Road Safety Week. Learn how to stay safe and reduce risks on UK roads.

Five dead in Dundalk two-car road collision

Five young people killed in a two-car crash outside Dundalk. Police appeal for witnesses and footage from the L3168 on Saturday night. Read the latest updates.

Shearers raise £200k for Wales Air Ambulance

Cneifio Cylch's sheep shearing community has raised nearly £200,000 for Wales Air Ambulance over 14 years, funding 56 lifesaving missions across rural Wales. Discover their incredible story.

Man arrested after body found in Hanley flat

A murder investigation is underway after a man was discovered dead in a Hanley flat. Staffordshire Police have arrested a 56-year-old suspect and are conducting forensic examinations.

Harborne hit-and-run: Woman in 70s critical

A woman in her 70s is in a critical condition after a hit-and-run on Wentworth Road, Harborne. Police have arrested a 39-year-old man. Contact police with information.

Village fury over roundabout advertising screens plan

Outraged villagers in Claverdon are fighting controversial plans to install large digital advertising screens on their picturesque roundabout, calling it a 'blight on the countryside' and safety hazard.

Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax Revolution Proposed

The UK government is considering a radical overhaul of vehicle taxation that would charge drivers based on miles travelled rather than vehicle ownership. This major policy shift could replace traditional road tax and fuel duty with a new digital tracking

Police video shows fatal Sparkhill crash moments

Distressing footage released by West Midlands Police shows the dangerous driving that led to a catastrophic collision in Birmingham, claiming the life of 28-year-old Haroon Ahmed and leaving his family devastated.

New eyesight rules for older drivers revealed

Major changes to roadside eyesight testing could affect millions of mature motorists across Britain. Discover how new regulations aim to make roads safer while ensuring drivers maintain proper vision standards.

Solihull cycle route plan to transform travel

Solihull Council unveils ambitious plans for a new strategic cycle route connecting key locations across the borough, aiming to reduce congestion and promote active travel.

Grandfather killed in police chase crash

A devastated family speaks out after 61-year-old Mohammed Yasar Hussain was tragically killed when a stolen car being chased by police crashed into his vehicle in Birmingham.

Farmers raise £500 for hospital chemotherapy unit

A Welsh farming community demonstrates incredible generosity as their annual ploughing match raises vital funds for Bronglais Hospital's chemotherapy department, showing rural solidarity in healthcare support.

Barston village crowned among UK's most idyllic locations

The picturesque village of Barston has been officially recognised as one of Britain's most desirable rural locations, offering the perfect blend of countryside living and modern amenities just miles from Birmingham.

80mph police chase through Birmingham ends in crash

A dangerous driver led police on a high-speed chase through Birmingham residential areas, reaching 80mph before crashing into a lamppost. Read the full story of the dramatic pursuit and sentencing.

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