Government's new road safety rules target eyesight and glare
The UK Government unveils its Road Safety Strategy, including mandatory eyesight tests for over-70s and action on headlight glare causing 280 crashes a year. Read the full details.
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Major UK road safety changes proposed by Government
The UK Government unveils its Road Safety Strategy, including mandatory eyesight tests for over-70s, a longer learning period for new drivers, and lower alcohol limits. Read the full details.
Major Driving Law Changes Proposed in New Road Safety Strategy
The Government unveils a new Road Safety Strategy, including eyesight tests for over-70s and lower alcohol limits. MPs clash over failure to mandate reporting collisions with cats and wild animals.
Major UK driving law changes proposed for road safety
The UK government unveils a new Road Safety Strategy with stricter rules for young drivers and eyesight tests for over-70s. An MP demands legal changes for reporting cat collisions.
UK Conscription Debate: National Service Plans Explained
Explore the heated debate on reintroducing national service in the UK. Learn what it could mean for young people, the political arguments, and how other nations handle conscription.
Mandatory eye tests for over-70s drivers proposed
UK drivers over 70 may need vision checks every three years under new safety plans. The move sparks 'ageism' debate as experts warn of isolation risks. Read the full story.
Eye Tests for Older Drivers in New Road Safety Strategy
The UK government is set to unveil a new road safety strategy, including mandatory eye tests for over-70s and a stricter drink-drive limit. Read the full details here.
UK Driving Overhaul: Eye Tests for Over-70s, Lower Drink Limit
A major new road safety strategy proposes mandatory eye tests for over-70s and lowering the drink-drive limit in England. Learn how these changes aim to cut fatalities.
Major UK driving changes: eye tests for over-70s, lower drink limit
A major new road safety strategy for Britain proposes mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 and lowering the drink-drive limit. Learn how these changes aim to cut deaths and serious injuries.
Older Drivers Face Mandatory Eye Tests in Safety Shake-Up
The UK government's new road safety strategy proposes mandatory eye tests for over-70s and stricter alcohol limits to cut road deaths by 65% by 2035. Read the full plan.
DWP: 1.1 Million May Need to Repay Benefits
Thousands face DWP benefit overpayment reclaims, often due to official errors. Learn the key reasons, your rights, and how to check if you're owed money instead.
Reform UK: Mandatory Life for Child Rapists
Reform UK's Zia Yusuf announces mandatory 'whole life' orders for child rapists, meaning no parole. Policy targets historic abuse and grooming gangs. Read the full story.
Reform UK Pledges Whole Life Orders for Child Rapists
Reform UK's policy chief announces mandatory 'whole life' sentences for child rapists, meaning no parole. The party claims current sentencing is a 'national stain'. Read the full policy details.
Reform Party Pledges Whole Life Terms for Child Rapists
Nigel Farage's Reform Party pledges mandatory whole life sentences for child rapists, including grooming gangs, if elected. The policy aims to end 'ludicrously light' sentences.
Poll: Public Opposition to Digital ID Cards Grows
Support for Keir Starmer's mandatory Digital ID scheme has collapsed, a new poll shows. Calls mount for the PM to scrap the plan amid privacy and cost fears. Read the full story.
Dwight Howard's Mandatory Military Service Call Divides Fans
Basketball Hall of Famer Dwight Howard suggests a year of compulsory service for all Americans. The ex-Laker's proposal, mirroring nations like Israel, has ignited fierce online debate. Discover the divided reaction.
Dwight Howard Calls for Mandatory US Military Service
Basketball Hall of Famer Dwight Howard has ignited a fierce debate by suggesting the US should enforce a year of compulsory military service. Discover the divided reaction.
DWP: Claimants must repay benefits after official errors
The DWP has updated guidance on benefit overpayments, warning claimants they may have to repay money even for departmental mistakes. Learn your rights and the new waiver process.
EasyJet's Georgia Travel Insurance Warning for Brits
EasyJet alerts UK tourists to a new mandatory travel insurance rule for Georgia from 2026. Learn the coverage requirements and avoid entry denial.
DWP: Benefit overpayments must be repaid after errors
The DWP has admitted people with serious or terminal illnesses may be chased for benefit overpayments caused by official mistakes. Find out your rights and how to challenge a decision.
Secret files reveal MoD study removed 1,000 nuke vets
Exclusive: Secret documents show 1,000 troops' radiation doses were removed from an official MoD study. Veterans demand Prime Minister Keir Starmer acts. Read the full investigation.
Common eye condition risks £1,000 fine for UK drivers
Millions of UK motorists with undiagnosed astigmatism risk fines up to £1,000 and penalty points. Learn how this eye condition affects night driving and what to do.
4 Common PIP Mistakes Hurting DWP Claims
New data reveals a drop in successful PIP appeals. Experts highlight four critical errors applicants make, from language to evidence, that can lead to claim rejection.
Iran arrests organisers over women running without hijabs
Iranian judiciary arrests two marathon organisers after images show unveiled female competitors. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle over mandatory hijab laws in Iran. Read the full report.
AAA Begins Real-World Electric Vehicle Road Tests
The AAA has launched a new trial to conduct real-world road tests on electric vehicles, aiming to provide more accurate data on charge times and range for UK drivers. Discover the findings.
Snooker Star Williams Battles Worsening Eyesight
Welsh snooker legend Mark Williams reveals his rapid vision decline is threatening his career. Read how he's playing 'half-blind' and why he fears surgery.
Switzerland votes on mandatory national service for women
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum that could compel women to undertake national service, a move testing European views on civic duty during the Ukraine war.
Childcare centres to close early for safety training
UK childcare centres will close early five times a year for compulsory staff safety training from February. Learn how this protects children from abuse.
Judi Dench reveals AMD has cost her independence
Dame Judi Dench shares heartbreaking update on her age-related macular degeneration, revealing she can no longer go out alone. Learn about AMD symptoms and prevention.
Doctor: Blood tests don't detect many cancers
A London GP explains why routine blood tests cannot detect all serious conditions, including many cancers. Learn what these tests actually reveal and why symptoms matter most.
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