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.
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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.
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.
Police warn of £800m cost from Labour's soft justice plans
Senior police warn Labour's sentencing reforms could unleash a crimewave and push forces to bankruptcy, with costs doubling to £800m. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
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.
F1 mandates two-stop rule for Qatar GP over tyre safety
Formula 1 introduces a mandatory two-pit-stop rule for the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix due to high tyre wear concerns at Lusail. Learn more about the safety changes.
Charities boycott forced migrant volunteering plans
Over 320 UK charities condemn government plans to force asylum seekers to volunteer for settlement, calling the policy exploitative and un-British. Read their full response.
Target's mandatory smile policy sparks employee backlash
Target implements strict '10-4' programme requiring staff to smile at customers within 10 feet and offer help within 4 feet. Critics call it 'mandatory happiness' during holiday rush.
Police: Sentencing Reforms Driving Crime Surge
Senior police leaders warn that government changes to prison sentencing are directly contributing to a surge in violent crime, shoplifting, and anti-social behaviour as offenders avoid custody.
Homeowners rebel against mandatory £1,800 amenities fee
Homeowners in Union County's Stonebridge development face legal action after refusing to pay controversial annual amenities fees for facilities many claim they don't use or want.
Estate Agent Shake-Up: Mandatory Licensing Proposed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces groundbreaking plans to regulate estate agents through mandatory licensing, aiming to clean up the property market and prevent rogue practices that cost consumers millions.
Digital ID: When Will It Become Mandatory in Britain?
From banking to benefits - discover the everyday situations where digital ID will become mandatory across the UK and what it means for your privacy and convenience.
Wardley named mandatory challenger for Parker's WBO title
British heavyweight Fabio Wardley has been named the mandatory challenger for Joseph Parker's WBO International title, setting up a potential domestic showdown after his dramatic draw with Frazer Clarke.
Croatia debates military service return
Croatia's government is debating the reinstatement of mandatory military service as security concerns escalate across Eastern Europe following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
EVA Air crew death sparks working conditions outcry
The aviation industry faces scrutiny after an EVA Air flight attendant's sudden death raises serious questions about crew welfare and mandatory overtime practices in Taiwan's airline sector.
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