Birmingham to ban pavement parking with new powers
Birmingham City Council gets new powers to ban dangerous pavement parking from 2026. Residents with pushchairs and mobility scooters welcome the crackdown.
Birmingham City Council gets new powers to ban dangerous pavement parking from 2026. Residents with pushchairs and mobility scooters welcome the crackdown.
Glasgow City Council begins a major rollout of a 20mph speed limit across thousands of streets this month. Learn about the safety goals and enforcement challenges.
HMRC announces a major crackdown on unpaid taxes, targeting individuals and companies. Learn about the new enforcement measures and the billions in revenue being pursued.
A joint enforcement operation in Walsall town centre checked 16 taxis, uncovering illegal 'ghost plates', window tints and a bald tyre. Half failed checks, with immediate action taken to protect public safety.
Solihull Council's planning committee has refused a retrospective application for a large home extension in Shirley after neighbours and councillors objected. The homeowner now faces enforcement action.
London Councils installs automatic number plate recognition cameras to enforce lorry controls. Drivers risk £550 fines for non-compliance. Full details on the new enforcement scheme.
West Midlands Police has published the full list of mobile speed camera van locations across Birmingham for January 2026. Check the list to stay informed and avoid fines.
Serious HMRC system errors are wrongly classifying living individuals as dead, preventing state pension applications. Learn how to check your NI record and what to do if affected.
A massive speeding enforcement operation in the West Midlands has caught 90,000 motorists. Discover the top hotspots and how to avoid fines as more cameras are set for 2026.
Home Office raids lead to hefty fines for businesses hiring illegal workers in the Midlands. Discover the penalties and the government's crackdown on unlawful employment.
Nearly 180,000 drivers in England are being visited by bailiffs for unpaid Dartford Crossing charges. Learn the fees involved and how to avoid enforcement action.
New bus lane cameras on Birmingham's Broad Street have issued 25,000 fines in their first year. Discover the enforcement details and how a camera adjustment led to a surge in penalties.
Birmingham launches six new average speed camera zones to enforce 30mph limits. See the full list of locations and the council's road safety warning.
Birmingham City Council confirms new speed cameras on the A45 Small Heath Highway are being calibrated. Enforcement of the 30mph limit will begin next week to improve safety on this high-risk route.
UK households face fines of up to £900 for missing the 31 January self-assessment deadline. HMRC also warns of a rise in tax scams targeting filers.
Motorists in parts of England have been hit with £2.1 million in bus lane fines. Newcastle, Gateshead, and Sunderland issued the most penalties. Discover the reasons and your rights.
HMRC urges self-assessment taxpayers to file by Jan 31 2026 or face initial £100 fines and escalating penalties. Learn the deadlines and how to avoid scams.
UK households could receive huge payouts for reporting high-value tax fraud to HMRC. Learn how the Strengthened Reward Scheme works and if you qualify.
UK households with Amazon Fire TV Sticks are warned they could face £1,000 fines for illegal streaming. Learn the new TV Licensing rules for services like Disney+ and Prime Video.
Hillingdon Council fines thousands of taxi drivers for illegal parking near Heathrow. MP warns of 'rogue driver' anti-social behaviour. Read the full enforcement details.
New enforcement cameras at a busy M5 junction will issue fines to drivers who stop in a yellow box. Many motorists are unaware of the rule, risking penalties.
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
Drivers are warned that new ANPR camera technology will make it far harder to evade MOT and vehicle tax laws from the new year. Stay informed on the latest motoring enforcement changes.
Thousands more drivers have been fined after Birmingham City Council moved bus lane cameras on Broad Street. Discover the impact of the enforcement change and the surge in penalties.
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle will patrol streets from January 2026, using cameras to fine drivers parked on zig-zags and bus stops. Find out what it means for you.
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle, equipped with HD cameras, will patrol from January to catch drivers parking illegally on zig zags and bus stops. Find out how it works.
Birmingham City Council and West Midlands Police have expanded the city's speed enforcement network with new Average Speed Cameras on key routes. Discover the affected roads and the safety goals behind the initiative.
Shocking figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud pilot wrongly stopped child benefit for 60% of targeted families. Discover the full scale of the government's admission.
Birmingham launches new speed cameras on the A45 Small Heath Highway to enforce 30mph limits. Part of a major safety drive after 23 road deaths. Find out the six high-risk locations.