4 Driving Changes in Autumn Budget Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils key motoring changes including fuel duty freeze, pay-per-mile EV tax, and £1.5bn electric vehicle funding boost in crucial budget announcement.
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EasyJet boss warns against Budget flight tax increase
EasyJet CEO cautions Chancellor Rachel Reeves against hiking air passenger duty ahead of Budget, as airline posts £665m profit and announces 16 new summer routes from UK airports.
New Stamp Duty Proposal Could Save Homebuyers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves advised to implement an 18-month stamp duty holiday on new homes under £500,000 in the Autumn Budget to boost the housing market.
Fuel Duty Rise: First in 15 Years from Wednesday
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could introduce the first fuel duty rise in 15 years, adding up to £70 to HGV costs. FairFuelUK warns of a 'political disaster'.
Fuel duty cut at risk, drivers face price shock
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may scrap the 5p fuel duty cut in the Budget, triggering immediate petrol price rises. Motoring groups urge a freeze to ease cost of living pressures.
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.
150,000 drivers warn Reeves over fuel duty
Over 152,000 sign petition urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to cut or freeze fuel duty in the Autumn Budget. 54.7% of Labour voters support a cut. Read the full story.
Drivers urge Chancellor to halt 5p fuel duty rise
Motoring groups warn a planned 5p fuel duty hike in the Autumn Budget could cost households billions and push pump prices to record highs. Read the full analysis.
Actor Udo Kier dies at age 81
German actor Udo Kier, known for over 200 roles in horror films and video games like Call of Duty, has passed away at 81. Read our tribute to his legendary career.
High-mileage EV drivers face £267 new road tax charge
1.4 million electric vehicle owners driving over 8,900 miles yearly could pay £267 under new road tax plans. Learn how the proposed mileage-based charge affects you.
Pay-Per-Mile Charge for UK EV Drivers
UK electric vehicle drivers could face new pay-per-mile charges as the government aims for a fair tax system. Find out what the Transport Secretary said.
New £300 charge for drivers doing 10,000 miles a year
UK drivers could face new pay-per-mile charges up to £300 annually as government considers major motoring tax overhaul. Electric vehicle owners would be primarily affected. Learn more about the proposed changes.
Fuel duty freeze could end, causing price surge
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may scrap the 5p fuel duty freeze in the November 26 Budget, leading to an immediate price hike. Experts urge drivers to fill up now to save money.
Leaked 2026 Car Tax Bands Reveal Price Rises
Leaked VED bands for 2026 show millions of UK drivers facing inflation-linked tax hikes. Discover how much more you could pay from April 2026.
Labour's new car tax may see 1 in 5 drivers surrender cars
A potential fuel duty hike and new pay-per-mile tax from Labour could see one in five drivers give up their vehicles. Discover the impact on household budgets.
Labour's pay-per-mile car tax u-turn confusion
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander rules out national pay-per-mile road pricing, but sources suggest she misspoke. Confusion grows ahead of November Budget.
Police officer dies in A12 collision on duty
A courageous Essex Police officer died in a collision on the A12 near Ingatestone while responding to an emergency 999 call. Chief Constable pays tribute.
Teacher fined for giving pupil alcohol and card
Science teacher Richard Pugh fined after giving a pupil a Christmas card signed with a kiss and a Malibu cocktail. The 41-year-old is now jobless and subject to a restraining order.
Fuel prices could rise as duty freeze faces axe
AA warns petrol could hit 142p per litre if Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends the fuel duty freeze in the Autumn Budget, costing households billions.
New Wolverhampton shop granted alcohol licence
Mesha Essentials in Rooker Avenue wins alcohol licence approval despite resident concerns about anti-social behaviour. Council dismisses objections as 'speculative'.
Drivers risk £416 fuel charge in Labour budget
Motorists could face £416 extra annual fuel costs as Labour considers ending fuel duty freeze in Autumn Budget. AA warns of 'postcode lottery' unfairness.
Fuel duty freeze could end, sending petrol prices soaring
Drivers face petrol prices hitting 142p a litre as the 2011 fuel duty freeze faces being scrapped. The AA and industry leaders urge Chancellor to act in the Budget.
Line of Duty Series 7 confirmed by BBC
BBC announces Line of Duty return for seventh series with original cast. Filming begins spring 2026 in Belfast. Don't miss the AC-12 comeback!
Labour's £4-per-tank fuel duty hike from next week
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could end the fuel duty freeze, adding £4 to a tank of petrol. Petrol prices may hit 142p a litre. Learn how this affects you.
Bearwood off-licence plan prompts safety complaints
Residents protest a new late-night off-licence in Bearwood, Smethwick, citing health and safety risks from antisocial behaviour. A council decision is due on November 25.
Deadly Hangover Symptoms Need Urgent Medical Care
Government warns Brits about methanol poisoning symptoms that mimic hangovers. Learn the distinctive signs and when to seek immediate medical attention.
Fuel price rise warning for UK drivers before budget
UK drivers are being warned of potential petrol and diesel price increases following the Autumn Budget. A key 5p fuel duty cut is set to expire in March 2026. Experts advise filling up tanks and preparing vehicles for winter journeys.
UK drivers face £875 Spain fines over new drink drive law
UK tourists driving in Spain face new £875 fines and criminal charges under proposed 0.2g/l alcohol limits. Experts warn even one drink could put you over. Learn the risks.
1 Million Drivers Could Face New Tax in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may introduce new 'alternative' taxes for over a million drivers in the Autumn Budget on November 26. Find out how fuel duty changes could impact you.
Christmas Drink-Drive Warning as Limit to be Cut
Motorists are warned as the drink-drive limit in England and Wales is set to be lowered, mirroring Scotland's stricter rules. Experts urge zero alcohol if driving.
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