Free TV Licence for those on Pension Credit explained
Find out if you qualify for a free or discounted TV Licence. Over-75s on Pension Credit, blind people, and care home residents may be eligible. Check the criteria and how to apply.
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Free TV Licence for Pension Credit Claimants Explained
Thousands could claim a free or discounted TV Licence. Find out if you're eligible for the saving on the £174.50 annual fee based on age, benefits, or disability.
Labour's 2040 Petrol Lorry Ban Sparks Cost Fears
Labour's plan to ban new petrol and diesel lorries by 2040 faces criticism over a potential £4.5 trillion cost. Read about the industry's concerns and the government's proposals.
DVLA Rule for Over-70s Drivers: Renew Every 3 Years
Drivers aged 70 and over must renew their licence every three years or risk a £1,000 fine. Learn the key steps for the DVLA renewal process and how to continue driving legally.
Village faces 12-month roadworks after HGV damage
Melbury Abbas villagers face a 'fresh hell' of 12 months of roadworks to repair damage they blame on council-diverted lorries. The £8m project will see 1,000 trees felled.
Freight crime costs UK economy over £1bn since 2020
Organised criminal gangs are targeting UK lorry drivers, stealing millions in goods and pushing up prices for consumers. Discover the shocking scale of the crisis.
A1M closed all night after serious crash in Durham
A major crash involving a motorcycle and an HGV has closed the A1M in County Durham. Two people are in hospital. Follow live updates on the ongoing incident.
Methil Harbour explosion shakes houses after HGVs blaze
A huge explosion at Methil Harbour in Fife shook nearby houses after multiple lorries caught fire. Emergency services are tackling the major blaze. Get the latest updates.
TV Licence: Who Can Cancel and Save £174.50
New research reveals 43% of UK adults don't fully understand TV licence rules. Find out if you're paying unnecessarily and how to claim a refund.
TV Stars Make Special Amazon Charity Delivery in Wigan
TV stars Paddy McGuinness and Sam Thompson piloted a new electric HGV to deliver vital donations to The Multibank in Wigan. See how they supported families this Christmas.
BBC funding shake-up could see middle-class pay more
Plans unveiled by Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy could see wealthier households pay more for the BBC to fund concessions for those on benefits. The radical proposals include potential paywalls and advertising.
Six ways the BBC could be funded if the licence fee ends
As the government launches its BBC charter review, we analyse the six main funding models on the table – from subscriptions to a household levy. Discover what might replace the TV licence.
BBC licence fee could soar to £200 by 2030
The BBC licence fee is forecast to jump to nearly £197 by 2030, while the number of paying households is set to plummet by over a million. Discover the full story.
Google Maps error bombards village with lorries
The Somerset village of Lullington is under siege from HGVs after a Google Maps error designated its narrow lanes a 'shortcut'. Historic bridges and homes are damaged.
HGV driver causes five-car crash over misted windscreen
Shocking dashcam footage reveals how an HGV driver's failure to clear his windscreen led to a five-vehicle collision in Wales. Read the full court details and sentencing.
How to get a refund on your £174 TV Licence
Discover how you could be eligible for a BBC TV Licence refund if you have at least one full month remaining. Learn the rules and how to claim your money back.
BBC Licence Fee Rise Could Be Blocked
The Government may block the BBC's planned 3.8% licence fee increase next spring. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is weighing the decision amid value-for-money concerns. Read the latest.
BBC loses £1.1bn as licence fee refusals soar
The BBC faces a £1.1bn financial crisis as a record one in eight households refuse to pay the licence fee. Discover the full impact of the PAC report and what it means for the future of the broadcaster.
BBC loses £1bn a year in licence fee revenue
MPs reveal the BBC is losing over £1bn annually due to licence fee evasion and households switching to streaming. Discover the future of the TV licence.
M4 closed after HGV fire causes chaos
A major HGV fire has closed the M4 westbound in Berkshire, causing severe travel disruption. Get the latest traffic updates and diversion advice here.
Pastor dies saving wife in M60 HGV crash
David Lalgee, 64, died after swerving his car to protect his wife from an HGV on the M60. The coroner ruled the crash 'unavoidable'. Read the full story.
Free & Discounted TV Licences: Full Eligibility Guide
Millions of Brits could be missing out on savings worth hundreds of pounds on their TV licence. Discover if you're eligible for free or discounted coverage.
BBC licence fee could be abolished by 2026
The BBC licence fee as we know it could be abolished by 2026, with ministers considering a major funding model transformation that might include subscription services or household levies.
TV licence fee to rise to £169.50 from April 2025
Millions of UK households face paying more for their TV licence as the government confirms the fee will increase to £169.50 from April 2025. Discover how this affects you and what it means for the BBC's future funding.
Lorry driver runs down police officer in shocking M25 attack
Dramatic body-worn camera footage captures the terrifying moment a HGV driver accelerates into a police officer on the M25 hard shoulder, leading to a dramatic Taser arrest in a case that has shocked the Thames Valley Police force.
HGV driver dodges jail after factory car attack
A lorry driver who deliberately drove into his factory boss after a heated safety argument has avoided prison in a shocking court case that highlights workplace tensions.
Illinois issues special licence plates to undocumented immigrants
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.
Spanish villagers create English signs for lost lorry drivers
Frustrated residents in a Spanish village create homemade road signs in English to stop foreign HGV drivers from getting stuck on their narrow streets after official pleas for help went unanswered.
M25 road rage: Lorry driver's dangerous brake checks
Shocking dashcam footage captures dangerous motorway confrontation as an HGV driver performs reckless brake checks on the M25, putting multiple lives at risk in terrifying road rage incident.
DVLA Warning: Don't Ignore This Brown Envelope
Millions of UK drivers are being urged to watch for an important brown envelope from the DVLA that could save them from hefty fines and legal trouble when updating their photocard licence.
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