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Drivers Risk Court Summons and Bans Over Handheld Phone Use

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'.

Midlands 'Croc Line' Drug Gang Jailed for Over 17 Years

Midlands 'Croc Line' drug dealers jailed

Five drug dealers who ran the 'Croc line' in Leicester, selling crack cocaine and heroin via bulk text messages, have been sentenced to a total of over 17 years in prison. Police urge the public to report drug dealing.

England's Drink-Drive Limit to Drop to 22 Micrograms in Major Safety Shake-Up

England's Drink-Drive Limit Set for Major Cut

The UK Government plans to slash the drink-drive limit in England and Wales to 22 micrograms, aligning with Scotland. Discover the details and road safety implications.

Asda Apologises for Unit Pricing Law Breach Affecting Weetabix and More

Asda Breaks Pricing Law, Apologises to Shoppers

Asda has apologised after failing to display mandatory unit prices on items like Weetabix and dishwasher tablets, breaking UK consumer law. Discover which products were affected.

Six Key Driving Law Changes in December: EVs, Fuel Duty & London Charge

Six December Driving Law Changes for UK Motorists

Six major driving law changes hit in December 2025, impacting EV owners, petrol drivers, and London commuters. Get the full details on pay-per-mile, fuel duty, and the Congestion Charge shift.

Birmingham office segregates staff by gender, woman sacked for complaint

Birmingham office segregates staff by gender

A Birmingham office worker claims men and women have been separated at work, with one female employee allegedly sacked after complaining. Is this legal in the UK?

Six Charged in County Lines Drug Bust: Cash and Class A Seized

Six charged in County Lines drug probe

Six individuals aged 18-23 appear in court charged with County Lines drug offences following a police operation. Cash and suspected Class A drugs were seized.

Labour Launches First Major Drug Driving Crackdown in a Decade

Labour's new drug driving crackdown begins

The Labour government has launched its first major crackdown on drug driving in over 10 years. A new THINK! campaign targets young men via social media and police operations. #RoadSafety

Bell Lax Solicitors Collapse: Jobs Lost in Birmingham Administration

Birmingham law firm collapses with job losses

Bell Lax Solicitors in Sutton Coldfield enters administration, resulting in redundancies. Discover the impact on the West Midlands legal sector and the reasons behind the collapse.

Drivers 'Must' Keep Sunglasses in Car to Avoid £1000 Fine

Drivers told they 'must' have sunglasses in car

UK drivers face a £1000 fine and points for driving dazzled by low winter sun. Motoring experts urge keeping dedicated sunglasses in your car from Sunday to stay safe and legal.

UK Government Bans Concert Ticket Resales Above Face Value

UK bans ticket resales above face value

The UK government has announced a ban on reselling event tickets for more than their original price. Discover how this new law protects fans from scalpers.

DVSA's 'Subtle but Meaningful' Driving Test Changes Start 24 November

DVSA Driving Test Changes Start 24 November

The DVSA is making permanent changes to the UK driving test from 24 November 2025. The updates aim to create safer, more competent drivers by making the test more reflective of real-world driving.

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