Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana has been spared a driving ban despite accumulating 14 penalty points for offences including driving without a licence. Read the full story on his legal troubles.
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.
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.
Motoring experts warn UK drivers of hefty fines up to £10,000 for rain-related offences like speeding and splashing pedestrians. Learn how to stay safe and avoid penalties this winter.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
An optometrist issues a stark warning to UK drivers with vision problems. New survey reveals shocking stats on driving with poor eyesight, especially in winter. Find out the one thing you must avoid.
New data reveals the extreme lengths learners go to pass the UK driving theory test, with one person attempting it 128 times. Discover the toughest questions and why the pass rate is falling.
UK drivers must report 118 specific medical conditions to the DVLA or risk a £1,000 fine. Learn which ailments affect your licence and your legal obligations.
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.
Exclusive investigation uncovers the UK's most extraordinary driving test mishaps, featuring panicked candidates who confused garden gnomes for children and even claimed ghostly interference.
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.
Darts sensation Luke Littler celebrates another major life achievement as he passes his driving test, trading the oche for the open road after his incredible World Championship run.
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.
UK learner drivers face unprecedented delays with waiting times stretching to 18 months, forcing many to travel hundreds of miles and pay premium prices for last-minute test slots.
Exclusive DVSA data uncovers shocking regional disparities in driving test pass rates across Britain, with some test centres seeing nearly 70% failure rates while others boast 60% success.
British tourists face holiday nightmare as Spain prepares to implement Europe's strictest drink-driving regulations, slashing legal alcohol limits to virtually zero for all drivers from 2025.
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.
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.
BBC Director-General Tim Davie takes a hardline stance on TV licence enforcement, warning that the current system needs tougher measures to tackle evasion as public trust in the broadcaster faces unprecedented challenges.
Essential TV licence advice reveals how adjusting your payment method could protect you from legal action and hefty fines. Discover the payment strategy experts recommend.
Millions of UK drivers with older-style paper licences must act now or risk fines up to £1,000. Our essential guide explains the critical September 2024 deadline.
Shocking new data reveals drug-driving has overtaken drink-driving as Britain's deadliest road menace, with families demanding urgent government action amid rising cannabis and cocaine-related fatalities.
Millions of British drivers face significant changes as new driving licence applications will require blood type disclosure in groundbreaking medical safety initiative.
TV Licensing launches major enforcement campaign targeting thousands of households across the UK. Here's what you need to know to avoid substantial fines.