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%.
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Teacher fined for UK littering while in France
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.
Retired teacher wrongly fined for littering from France
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.
Teacher fined for Nottingham littering while in France
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.
New 2026 US Laws: Red IDs, Tourism Tax, State Insulin
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.
Ghost Plates Epidemic Costs UK £1bn, Evades Police
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.
Ghost Plates Undermine Police ANPR Network, DVLA Fails to Act
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.
Ghost Plates Expose Critical Flaw in UK Number Plate System
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.
Le Creuset 12-piece set now under £50 in Wowcher sale
Savvy shoppers can grab a vibrant Le Creuset stoneware dinner set for just £49, saving 59%. The durable, multi-functional set adds a colourful upgrade to any kitchen. Discover the deal now.
Most diners at vegan Michelin star spot aren't vegan
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's 'Beautiful' Dinner Set Half-Price for Black Friday
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.
How snacks conquered Britain's restaurants
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.
Africa splitting apart in geological phenomenon
Groundbreaking research reveals Africa is slowly separating into two landmasses. Discover how this geological phenomenon will reshape the continent over millions of years.
Sydney driver loses 'ILDUCE' plates over Mussolini link
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.
Trump attacks Australian ambassador Kevin Rudd as "nasty"
Donald Trump has launched a scathing verbal assault on Kevin Rudd, Australia's ambassador to the US, describing him as 'nasty' and questioning his future in Washington if Trump wins the November election.
DVLA warning: Personalised number plate scam risk
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 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.
Ancient granite discovery beneath Antarctica rewrites geology
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.
Chinese Embassy Approval Could Be Unlawful
Explosive legal opinion reveals UK ministers may have acted unlawfully by giving private assurances to China about their new embassy before planning permission was granted. The controversy raises serious questions about diplomatic transparency.
China-UK diplomatic row over stalled London embassy
China accuses Britain of acting in 'bad faith' as plans for new £250m London embassy face indefinite delays amid security concerns and political tensions.
California's Crackdown on Sophisticated Fake Licence Plate Scam
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated fake licence plate operations are evading authorities across California, with implications for UK road safety and law enforcement.
Ireland demands Russia expel diplomat in tit-for-tat move
Tánaiste Micheál Martin issues stern warning to Moscow after Ireland declares Russian official persona non grata over 'completely unacceptable' activities.
UK spies gagged over Chinese embassy security concerns
Security officials were prevented from raising national security concerns about China's controversial new embassy compound in London, raising serious questions about diplomatic transparency and UK sovereignty.
DVLA confirms major number plate changes for 2025
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.
DVLA's New '94' Number Plates Arrive October 2024
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.
China accused of water torture on UK diplomats
Tensions escalate as Chinese authorities allegedly cut water supplies to British diplomats' housing in Beijing, prompting concerns over diplomatic retaliation amid ongoing disputes over London's new embassy.
Chinese diplomatic vehicle stopped near Niagara Falls under investigation
Canadian authorities are investigating a diplomatic vehicle from China's Ottawa embassy after it was stopped near Niagara Falls, raising security concerns at the popular tourist destination.
France-South Africa Diplomatic Crisis Over Hotel Security
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa cancels Paris meeting after French authorities refuse diplomatic immunity for his security team at luxury Hyatt hotel.
UK summons Russian ambassador over Warsaw embassy incident
The UK government has called in the Russian ambassador after a diplomatic vehicle was targeted in Warsaw. The FCDO condemns the 'unacceptable' act and reaffirms its support for Poland and Ukraine.
UK's personalised number plate obsession drives record sales
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.
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