NI drivers face total mobile phone ban under new law
Northern Ireland plans to outlaw all hand-held mobile phone use while driving, the first major legal update since 2004. The move targets dangerous behaviours like taking photos or scrolling.
Northern Ireland plans to outlaw all hand-held mobile phone use while driving, the first major legal update since 2004. The move targets dangerous behaviours like taking photos or scrolling.
Aldi confirms festive opening hours for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Plan your shop before stores close at 6pm on December 31st. Check local times now.
Your guide to the UK's New Year's Eve fireworks laws. Know the 1am cut-off, buying restrictions, and penalties to avoid fines or prison. Stay legal this celebration.
UK motorists could be taxed twice for driving abroad under a new pay-per-mile scheme, adding £45.90 to a French holiday trip. Critics call the policy 'unfair and a huge flaw'. Read the full analysis.
FairFuelUK founder Howard Cox warns the new 3p per mile electric car tax is the first step towards digital tracking and charges for every vehicle. Discover the potential impact on motorists and government revenue.
From day-one sick pay to paternity leave rights, discover the four key employment law changes set for April 2026 and the political row surrounding the government's U-turn on unfair dismissal.
Aldi is permanently withdrawing its Click and Collect service from all UK stores by year's end to maintain its low-price promise. Find out what this means for shoppers.
A new UK survey reveals 19% of cyclists have ridden under the influence of alcohol, with widespread legal confusion. Learn the law and risks this festive season.
A coroner urges action on graduated driving licences after three teens died in a Warwickshire crash. Could new drivers face passenger bans?
England introduces a major animal welfare law, banning the shooting of brown hares for most of the year to protect them during breeding season. Read the full details.
Lidl slashes festive veg to just 5p, sparking a price war with rivals. Shoppers question the true cost, as the supermarket insists farmers are protected. Read the full story.
New data reveals pavement parking incidents in Scotland have risen since the 2023 ban. Campaigners demand councils enforce the law to protect pedestrians and wheelchair users.
Tax experts warn the government's fuel duty and EV tax policy is a short-term fix. As drivers abandon petrol cars, a £25bn revenue black hole threatens. Read the full analysis.
London's Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years of trusted private GP care, built on transparent pricing, rapid results, and patient-first service. Discover the clinic's legacy.
Labour confirms new law requiring all vehicles sold in Great Britain to carry both GB and EU type approval markings from February 2026, aiming to protect thousands of automotive jobs. Read the full details.
Aldi and Morrisons lead a festive price war, offering Christmas vegetables for just 5p. Compare deals from Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Lidl to save on your roast dinner essentials.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's proposed pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicles faces legal warnings over taxing foreign travel. Experts say it may breach human rights. Read the full analysis.
Five distinguished Edge Hill University law graduates returned to campus for an inspiring alumni panel, sharing career journeys and advice with current students. Discover the paths from degree to practice.
Aldi has shocked shoppers by cutting its festive vegetable deal to just 5p per item, down from 8p, in a major supermarket price battle. The offer starts in UK stores on Friday, 19th December.
Asda has scrapped north of 4,000 product lines as part of a drive to simplify its shelves and supply chain. The supermarket aims to cut 5,000-6,000 SKUs in total. Read the full story.
The Labour government begins repealing the Minimum Service Levels Act, calling it 'unworkable'. Unions hail the move as a victory for workers' rights. Read the full update.
A major legal change for primate owners in the UK comes into force in April 2026. Find out if you need a licence, how to apply, and the penalties for non-compliance.
Labour is urged to overhaul inheritance rules to protect unmarried couples. Experts warn current laws fail modern families. Could this be the biggest change in 50 years?
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.
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.
A little-known drink-driving rule means you could be prosecuted just for being near your car with keys. As police patrols increase for Christmas, learn how to stay safe and avoid a charge.
Warwick District Council must repay double council tax charged on second homes after admitting it 'acted outside the law'. A procedural mistake forces a costly U-turn.
From the Grinch at Asda to Kevin the Carrot's wedding, we rank the 2025 festive TV adverts from UK supermarkets. Discover which campaigns brought the most Christmas cheer.
Scarlett Johansson reveals her mother-in-law questioned the name Cosmo for her son, while her own mother loved it. Get the full story on the family reactions.
The RAC warns all UK drivers that setting off with a misted windscreen is illegal. Follow their expert demisting tips to stay safe and avoid fines this winter.