UK drivers face £10k fines for wet weather errors
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.
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42 killed by drivers using mobile phones last year
Shocking new figures show a record 42 people died in accidents caused by drivers distracted by mobile phones. Campaigners demand it becomes 'culturally unacceptable'. Read the full report.
Lib Dems Demand Probe into Driving Test Touting Scandal
Ministers urged to investigate claims touts pay driving instructors for login details to block-book tests, exploiting learners and worsening the 642,000-strong backlog. Read the full story.
Lib Dems call for probe into driving test touting claims
MPs demand investigation into claims touts pay driving instructors for login details to block-book tests, worsening the 642,000-strong backlog. Read the full story.
Three sleep conditions risk £1000 DVLA fine
Drivers with specific sleep disorders like sleep apnoea or narcolepsy must inform the DVLA or face a £1000 fine and prosecution. Check if you are affected.
Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
Drivers with poor eyesight warned to never do this
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.
UK Driving Test Changes Start November 24 2025
Major changes to the UK driving test begin November 24, 2025. Learn how fewer stops, reduced emergency stops and flexible independent driving affect your test.
Learner fails driving theory test 128 times
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.
New HMRC Tax Rules for Self-Employed in 2026
Self-employed workers and landlords earning over £50,000 must prepare for HMRC's Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, requiring quarterly digital updates from April 2026. Learn how to adapt.
Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax Plan for Electric Vehicles
Exclusive investigation reveals how the Treasury is considering radical pay-per-mile taxation to replace lost fuel duty revenue as electric vehicles dominate UK roads.
Couple's motorway sex at 90mph causes pile-up
Shocking motorway collision caused by couple engaging in sexual activity while driving at 90mph on busy UK road, resulting in multiple vehicle crash and serious injuries.
Britain's 20 Most Bizarre Driving Test Fails Uncovered
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.
Summer driving mistake could cost you £1,000
Drivers are being warned about a common summer error that could lead to massive fines and penalty points. Experts reveal why this dangerous mistake puts everyone at risk.
HMRC Urges Millions to Claim £1.5bn Tax Refunds
HMRC is sitting on £1.5 billion in unclaimed tax refunds - discover if you're among the millions owed money and how to claim your cash before it's too late.
Germany's Autobahn: Europe's Last No-Speed-Limit Highway
Explore Germany's legendary Autobahn network where speed limits remain optional on many stretches, offering the ultimate driving freedom in Europe. Discover the rules, risks and remarkable engineering behind this motoring paradise.
Driving test crisis: 18-month waits force learners to travel
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.
Dipped Headlights Risk in Heavy Rain Revealed
New research reveals how using dipped headlights in heavy rain could be dangerously reducing your visibility. Experts explain when you should switch to front fog lights for safer driving.
HMRC Sends Tax Warning Letters to 45,000 Workers
Thousands of UK workers receive unexpected tax demands from HMRC after BBC expert reveals widespread coding errors affecting pensions and multiple jobs.
UK Driving Test Postcode Lottery Revealed
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.
Spain's 2025 Drink-Driving Crackdown: Holiday Warning
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.
Van driver jailed for fatal email crash on M25
A van driver who caused a fatal motorway collision while checking work emails has been jailed for causing death by dangerous driving in a tragic case highlighting the dangers of mobile phone use at the wheel.
Labour's £10bn Middle-Class Tax Raid Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning a massive middle-class tax raid targeting pensions, investments, and property wealth to fund government spending.
Tesla driver's 'I'm driving' text exposes phone use
Shocking footage reveals a Tesla driver caught using their phone while behind the wheel, with their vehicle's automated 'I'm driving' response exposing the dangerous behaviour that could lead to prosecution.
HMRC Car Tax Blunder: Claim Your Refund Now
Shocking HMRC error sees thousands of drivers overpaying car tax due to incorrect vehicle classification. Our guide reveals how to check if you're affected and claim your refund.
AI Traffic Cameras Target Phone-Using Drivers
Groundbreaking AI-powered cameras are being deployed across British roads to automatically detect drivers illegally using mobile phones, with offenders facing £200 fines and six penalty points.
Reeves Plans Inheritance Tax Overhaul
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a radical reform of inheritance tax that could see the controversial levy replaced with a lifetime gifts tax system, potentially transforming wealth transfer in Britain.
Driving instructor warning signs every learner should know
Expert reveals the red flags that indicate your driving instructor might be taking advantage of you - and what you can do about it.
Labour's Tax Raid: Pensions & Property Targeted
Exclusive investigation reveals Labour's Rachel Reeves planning sweeping tax reforms targeting pensions, property and savings, sparking fears of financial raids on middle Britain.
New UK driving rules could see millions banned faster
Major changes to UK driving penalty rules could see motorists disqualified faster than ever. Discover how the new 'totting up' system works and which drivers are most at risk.
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