Major driving test change affects millions in UK
A major DVSA rule change for UK driving tests starts today, affecting 3.7 million learners. New requirements focus on high-speed rural roads to improve safety.
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Drink-Drive Limit Could Be Cut Across UK
Road safety experts demand UK drink-drive limit be slashed from 80mg to 50mg. Could your pint put you over the legal limit? Discover the potential impact.
59 taxi firms condemn Labour's 20% VAT 'taxi tax'
A planned 20% VAT on private hire vehicles faces a major backlash, with warnings it will disproportionately impact elderly, disabled, and rural passengers. Read the united call to scrap the tax.
Virgin Media O2 & Starlink Partner for Rural Coverage
Virgin Media O2 partners with Starlink to launch O2 Satellite, boosting rural mobile coverage to over 95% of UK landmass from 2026. Stay connected in remote areas.
£125k funding for South Staffordshire community projects
South Staffordshire community projects including a memorial garden and outdoor gym receive £125k government funding boost from UK Shared Prosperity and Rural England Prosperity Funds.
Home Office secretly paid boyband for anti-radicalisation songs
Revealed: UK Home Office secretly funded Mr Meanor boyband to perform anti-radicalisation songs in Muslim-area schools. Discover the covert campaign details.
New Canolfan Llwynhendy Community Hub Opens Doors
The former Llwynhendy library has been transformed into a vibrant community hub offering a café, automated library, advice services & training. Open Mon-Fri.
North Kesteven Launches £18k Community Grant Scheme
Community groups in North Kesteven can now apply for up to £1,500 from a new £18,000 Flourishing Communities Grant. Funding supports projects like defibrillators and play equipment. Apply by November 30, 2025.
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.
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.
Care Repair Service Injects £4.6M into North Wales
Discover how a groundbreaking partnership between Conwy and Denbighshire has revolutionised home support for older residents, delivering massive economic and social benefits across North Wales.
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.
How Money Transfers Strengthen Global Communities
ACE Money Transfer CEO reveals the transformative power of remittances in strengthening communities and driving economic growth across developing nations.
Rochdale Faith Communities Unite for Harmony Week
Discover how Rochdale's diverse religious communities are coming together for a week of celebration, dialogue and shared understanding during Interfaith Harmony Week 2023.
Duchy of Cornwall Farm Building Approved in Gloucestershire
The Duchy of Cornwall secures planning permission for an innovative agricultural building at Home Farm, Tetbury, marking another step in the estate's commitment to sustainable farming practices.
ITV cancels Fletcher's Family Farms in schedule shake-up
ITV abruptly pulls Liz Earle's farming series Fletcher's Family Farms after just one season, leaving fans devastated and questioning the future of rural programming.
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