35,000 drivers lose licences over eyesight concerns
Thousands of older motorists have had driving licences revoked or refused by the DVLA due to eyesight standards. Discover the data and potential new laws.
Thousands of older motorists have had driving licences revoked or refused by the DVLA due to eyesight standards. Discover the data and potential new laws.
Exclusive data reveals a worrying increase in drivers aged 70+ not renewing their licences, potentially making them illegal on UK roads. Learn the rules and how to renew.
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.
UK police launch a national crackdown on uninsured driving. Offenders face £300 fines, 6 points, and future car insurance premiums could rise by around £1,000. Learn the consequences.
UK households warned over festive garden waste disposal. Dumping natural decorations risks £1,000 fines and harms wildlife. Check your local council's Christmas collection schedule now.
Shoppers are raving about Next's twin-pack of fine knit jumpers, priced at just £13 each. The versatile set in mink and black is perfect for dressing up or down. Discover the affordable style steal.
Exclusive DVLA figures reveal a sharp rise in drivers failing to renew their licence at 70, potentially making them illegal motorists. Learn the rules to stay legal on UK roads.
Older pensioners on low incomes can eliminate their £180 BBC TV Licence fee by claiming Pension Credit. The DWP says the application takes just 16 minutes on average.
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 Staffordshire angler's aggressive 30-minute tirade at an Environment Agency officer over a missing rod licence has resulted in a £1,994 legal bill. Read the full story.
UEFA has fined BSC Young Boys €50,000 and issued a one-match away fan ban following crowd disturbances at Aston Villa. Get the latest on the fallout from the Europa League match.
Birmingham City have been handed a hefty £115,000 fine by the Football Association for their role in a mass brawl against Hull City. The FA cited a 'consistent failing' by the club.
A man has been ordered to pay over £2,700 after fly-tipping in a Wolverhampton alleyway. He was tracked down using his own address found in the waste bags. Report fly-tipping to help crack down on environmental crime.
A man was hit with a £100 fine over a faulty ticket machine while buying slippers for his terminally ill father. He's now taking the car park firm to court.
The DVLA's latest medical report warns drivers with diabetes they must cease driving if dependent on glucose monitor alarms. New guidance outlines strict rules for insulin-treated bus and lorry drivers. Read the full update.
Ofcom issues its largest fine of the year to Virgin Media for putting vulnerable telecare customers at risk during the digital landline switch. Full details on the regulator's action.
The DVLA warns drivers aged 70 and over to renew their driving licence. The free online process is quick and secure. Check if you need to renew now to stay legal on the road.
Motorists are being warned that a common tyre oversight could lead to a £2,500 fine this December. Check your tread depth now to stay safe and avoid penalties.
UK drivers with glaucoma, cataracts, or other vision issues face a £1,000 fine for not declaring their condition to the DVLA. Stay legal and safe on the roads.
A Kia Ceed owner has accumulated a staggering £108,000 in penalties for repeatedly violating London's Ulez and Congestion Charge rules. Discover the full story and the consequences of non-payment.
MPs warn new DWP powers to scan bank accounts could lead to 100,000 innocent benefit claimants being wrongly investigated. Learn how this affects civil liberties.
A Birmingham man was charged £100 after parking at Pizza Hut in Great Barr, despite his wife paying for a ticket. Discover how ANPR cameras are causing outrage for local customers.
HMRC issues a tax warning for UK social media content creators. Breaching the £1,000 trading allowance could lead to hefty fines. Learn how to stay compliant.
The RAC warns drivers face a £1,000 fine for incorrect fog light use. New research reveals over half of motorists use them at the wrong time. Learn how to stay safe.
The BBC licence fee is projected to reach £197 by 2030, while over a million households stop paying. Discover the funding crisis facing the national broadcaster.
Over a million people have cancelled their BBC TV licence as the fee is forecast to rise to nearly £200. Discover why viewers are abandoning the service and the financial impact on the broadcaster.
Falkland Islands-based Fortuna Ltd acquires Ocean Fish Group, Cornwall's oldest fishing business, aiming for £100m turnover by 2030 through global expansion.
Sandwell Council approves new Continental Market off-licence on Bearwood Road despite residents' concerns about antisocial behaviour and public safety risks in the area.
Lilly Iaschelcic, an influencer with 600k followers, was fined after her website falsely claimed she was a registered osteopath. Discover the court's ruling and its implications for public protection.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy may block the annual BBC TV licence fee increase amid an impartiality crisis. Will the £174.50 charge rise in April? Read the latest.