Crackdown on illegal 'ghost' number plates launched
New government plans target 'ghost' number plates invisible to cameras. Offenders face penalty points and vehicle seizure as part of a major road safety strategy aiming to cut deaths by 65%.
New government plans target 'ghost' number plates invisible to cameras. Offenders face penalty points and vehicle seizure as part of a major road safety strategy aiming to cut deaths by 65%.
A retired teacher was wrongly fined £100 for dropping a cigarette in Nottingham. He was 250 miles away in France at the time, exposing a council error.
A retired teacher was fined £100 for dropping a cigarette in Nottingham while he was actually in France. Nottingham City Council apologised after a mix-up, but the case highlights concerns over automated enforcement.
A 76-year-old retired teacher was wrongly fined for throwing a cigarette from his car in Nottingham while he was actually eating breakfast in Normandy, France. Read the full story of the administrative error and cloned plates.
A wave of pioneering state laws takes effect in the US for 2026, featuring a climate tourism tax in Hawaii, red-stripe IDs for drink-drivers in Utah, and state-branded insulin in California. Explore the key changes.
A dangerous loophole allows 'ghost' number plates, invisible to ANPR cameras, to flood UK roads. Used by criminals and speeding drivers, they undermine road safety and cost authorities over £1 billion annually. MPs demand urgent reform.
A Daily Mail investigation reveals how rogue 'ghost plates', invisible to police cameras, are undermining UK road safety and crime-fighting. An estimated 1 in 15 plates are now modified. Read the full report and our call for urgent action.
A Daily Mail probe reveals how official suppliers sell 'ghost plates' invisible to road cameras, creating a national security risk. Urgent calls for a regulatory overhaul follow.
A reindeer named Buddy sparked a huge multi-agency search after escaping a Christmas event in Formby. Armed police, Royal Marines & coastguard teams were involved in the dramatic overnight operation.
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London's Plates, Britain's first plant-based Michelin-starred restaurant, reveals 95% of its clientele are not vegan. Chef Kirk Haworth focuses on flavour, not labels, in a fine dining revolution.
Dunelm slashes 50% off its Churchgate embossed fern 12-piece dinner set for Black Friday. Now £27.50, this stylish and practical stoneware set is perfect for hosting.
Discover how creative snack menus are transforming dining experiences across the UK, from cheese puffs in London to tuna eclairs in Mayfair. Explore Britain's culinary revolution.
Groundbreaking research reveals Africa is slowly separating into two landmasses. Discover how this geological phenomenon will reshape the continent over millions of years.
A Sydney motorist claims his freedom of speech was infringed after being forced to surrender his 'ILDUCE' number plates, which authorities say reference fascist dictator Benito Mussolini. Read the full story.
South Florida's iconic Christmas theme park, Santa's Enchanted Forest, has permanently shut its gates after nearly four decades, marking the end of an era for festive family entertainment.
Mitre 10's Merry Lane Enchanted Light Wand, a £24 gadget that turns Christmas tree lights on with a wave, sold over 1,000 units in under a month. Discover this must-have festive item!
The DVLA issues urgent alert to drivers with private registrations about a growing scam that could see them lose their valuable plates forever. Essential reading for all personalised plate owners.
Illinois launches groundbreaking programme allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain special licence plates while establishing a hotline to report federal immigration enforcement, sparking national debate over states' rights and immigration policy.
Groundbreaking geological discovery reveals massive granite batholith hidden deep beneath Antarctica's icy surface, rewriting our understanding of the continent's volcanic history and tectonic evolution.
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated fake licence plate operations are evading authorities across California, with implications for UK road safety and law enforcement.
Major changes are coming to UK number plates as the DVLA introduces new regulations for 2025, including updated identifiers and enhanced safety features for drivers.
The DVLA is introducing new '94' registration plates this October 2024. Discover how these changes affect new car buyers and what the new system means for vehicle identification across the UK.
A magical outdoor dining experience in California, featured on The Food Network, has been abruptly shut down by local authorities due to permit violations, leaving ticket-holders disappointed.
Discover why British motorists are spending fortunes on private registrations, from '25 O' to '1 JH', as DVLA auctions break records and a unique subculture thrives.
New proposals could mandate 'T-plates' for foreign motorists touring the Scottish Highlands, aiming to curb accidents and improve road safety on perilous routes like the NC500.
A relentless 'earthquake swarm' has struck off the coast of Oregon, with more than 200 tremors detected in 24 hours. Seismologists are closely monitoring the volatile Blanco Fault Zone, though no tsunami threat is currently expected.
Former glamour model Katie Price proudly unveils her latest extravagant purchase – a bright pink Range Rover for her daughter Princess. The eye-catching SUV, complete with personalised plates, has set social media alight with divided opinions.
The DVLA has released its annual list of banned number plates deemed too rude, offensive, or politically incorrect for UK roads. Discover which combinations won't be making it onto new cars next year.