Mandatory Driving Retests for Over-70s Petition
A parliamentary petition calls on the Labour government to mandate driving retests for drivers aged 70 and over to improve road safety. 10,000 signatures needed for a response.
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Cost Crisis Stops Young Drivers Getting Licences
Soaring costs and test backlogs force thousands to give up on driving. New research reveals nearly a quarter of young adults have no plans to learn. Read the full story.
Uber prices to rise 20% after Autumn Budget change
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget excludes private hire from a VAT scheme, adding 20% to fares from January 2026. Experts warn of a 'taxi tax' hitting young and rural users hardest.
DVLA: Diabetic drivers must stop if reliant on glucose alarms
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.
DVLA Free Licence Renewal Warning for Over-70s
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.
Illegal workers found at two Birmingham shops
The Home Office is calling for two Birmingham shops to be shut down after discovering failed asylum seekers working illegally. Read the full investigation details.
Older drivers break DVLA licence renewal rules
An investigation reveals hundreds of motorists over 70 failed to renew their driving licences as required by law. Discover the potential road safety implications and new government plans.
BBC licence fee to hit £200 as cancellations soar
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.
1 Million Stop Paying BBC TV Licence Before £197 Fee
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.
PIP recipients warned about new EV mileage tax
Disabled drivers on PIP will pay new electric vehicle mileage charge despite existing exemptions. Learn how the 2028 tax change affects you.
New Bearwood off-licence approved despite concerns
Sandwell Council approves new Continental Market off-licence on Bearwood Road despite residents' concerns about antisocial behaviour and public safety risks in the area.
Budget 2025: Car tax rise for petrol and diesel drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty will rise with inflation from 2026, hitting petrol and diesel drivers. Electric vehicle pay-per-mile charge confirmed for 2028.
BBC Licence Fee Rise Could Be Blocked by Government
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.
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.
Solihull Lap Dancing Club Licence Decision Due
The Honey Club in Solihull seeks renewed sexual entertainment venue licence. No objections received from police or public. Council decision expected November 27.
Older drivers lose key vehicle rights at age 70
The DVLA confirms drivers will automatically lose C1 and D1 licence entitlements at 70, affecting heavier vehicles and minibuses. Find out how this impacts retirement plans.
Aristocrat, 79, seeks younger bride with shotgun skills
Sir Benjamin Slade, 79, is searching for a wife at least 20 years younger to manage his estate. The role pays £50,000 a year and requires ballroom dancing and a shotgun licence.
DVLA cancels thousands of driving licences
The DVLA has revoked over 35,000 driving licences in three years due to eyesight concerns. Discover the new safety rules being considered for older drivers.
Two charged with vehicle theft in Birmingham
Police detained two people at a Birmingham apartment block following reports of vehicle crime. Lisa Wise and Emile George have been charged with theft from a motor vehicle.
800 Dangerous Products Found on UK Online Marketplaces
Consumer champion Which? identifies nearly 800 unsafe products still sold on Amazon, eBay and Shein despite safety alerts. 8.8 million consumers may have experienced harm.
24-hour casino approved despite crime and harm warnings
Sandwell Council approves 24-hour casino operation on Bearwood Road despite police warnings of increased crime and public health concerns about significant harm to community.
Police Enforce Mobile Phone Rules: £200 Fines Risk
UK police are enforcing mobile phone driving rules 'more than ever'. Drivers face £200 fines and 6 penalty points. Stay safe and keep your hands on the wheel.
5 Free Appliances for Low-Income UK Households
Struggling UK families can get free air fryers, boilers & more via the British Gas Energy Trust's scheme. Find out how to access vital support this winter.
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'.
Household Goods Built to Last Over 100 Years
Discover the longest-surviving household goods, from Victorian sewing machines to 1970s microwaves, defying today's throwaway culture and still in daily use.
Police object to Oldbury restaurant's late-night licence
West Midlands Police and environmental health object to Liam's Lounge in Oldbury extending hours to 2.30am, citing noise concerns for residents. Read the full story.
Man charged with GBH at Birmingham sports bar
A Birmingham sports bar has its licence suspended after a serious assault left a man with head injuries. Benjamin Duprey, 34, has been charged with GBH.
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.
Cruz Beckham's driving licence revoked
Cruz Beckham has his driving licence revoked after receiving his second speeding fine within two years. Read about the incident that led to this penalty.
West Bromwich shop loses licence over illegal sales
John's Booze in West Bromwich has had its licence revoked after being caught selling alcohol to a child and stocking illicit items including Viagra and oversized vapes. Discover the full story.
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