Blue Badge mum faces £3k school run parking fines
A disabled mother reveals how she accumulated £3,000 in parking fines during school runs, despite displaying her Blue Badge, exposing a shocking failure in council enforcement systems.
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Optus Faces Severe Fallout Over Triple Zero Failure
The Australian federal government vows 'significant consequences' for telecom giant Optus following a catastrophic network failure that prevented emergency calls and has been connected to multiple deaths.
Parents warned of £80 fines for school run parking mistake
UK drivers are being warned over a little-known Highway Code rule that could land parents with hefty fines and penalty points during the school run. Here's what you need to know to avoid penalties.
Record £17.5m in parking fines as crackdown stalls
Private parking firms in the UK have issued a record-breaking £17.5 million in fines last year, as Labour delays a promised crackdown on rogue operators. Drivers are facing aggressive tactics and soaring charges.
UK Drivers Risk £100 Fines Over Little-Known Parking Rule
Millions of UK motorists are unknowingly risking hefty penalties due to a common parking oversight. Discover the simple mistake that could see you fined and how to avoid it.
Parents face £2,500 fines for school holiday absences
Strict new government regulations empower headteachers to issue hefty fines and pursue legal action against parents taking children out of school without permission, with penalties reaching up to £2,500 per child.
Driver fined as flash flood submerges her car in Charleston
A Charleston woman faces hefty parking fines after her car was caught in a devastating flash flood, raising questions over the council's enforcement during extreme weather emergencies.
Canary Islands Tourists Face Bans for Dodging Fines
Holidaymakers in the Canary Islands are being warned they risk severe financial penalties and being barred from returning if they attempt to dodge on-the-spot fines for flouting local laws.
Coffee shop workers fined £100 for parking while working
Outrage in Westminster as coffee shop employees receive hefty parking fines while on shift, sparking a debate over worker rights and council enforcement.
UK carmakers face massive fines over missed EV sales targets
British car manufacturers are bracing for significant financial penalties after failing to meet the government's Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate targets for 2024. With EV sales lagging, the industry calls for urgent government support to boost consume
5 Tourist Mistakes That Could Land You a Fine
Travellers are being warned about five surprising holiday habits that could result in unexpected fines. From beach rules to local customs, here’s what to avoid to stay penalty-free.
Grieving families fined at crematorium – outrage over council policy
Bereaved families visiting a crematorium in the UK have been slapped with parking fines, sparking fury over the council's insensitive enforcement. Read the full story.
Drivers risk £1k fine for overlooked rule
Motorists risk hefty fines for failing to check a crucial detail before hitting the road. Here's how to avoid penalties and stay safe.
4 car items that risk £2,500 fines - remove them now!
Motorists are being urged to clear their vehicles of common items that could lead to hefty fines or even invalidate insurance. Find out what you need to remove today.
Highway Code rule most drivers break daily
Millions of UK drivers unknowingly break a key Highway Code rule every day. Find out if you're one of them and how to avoid hefty fines.
DVLA warns drivers: Update this or face £1k fine
The DVLA has alerted UK motorists about a common oversight that could result in a hefty £1,000 penalty. Here’s how to stay compliant and avoid unnecessary fines.
Noise cameras target loud cars with £100 fines
High-tech roadside cameras are being rolled out across the UK to catch drivers with excessively loud vehicles, with fines of up to £100. The crackdown aims to reduce noise pollution in urban areas.
Passport rule costing UK tourists hundreds in fines
UK holidaymakers are being caught out by an overlooked travel rule, leading to unexpected fines. Here’s how to avoid the costly blunder.
HMRC £100 fines for late tax returns – deadline looming
HMRC is set to impose £100 penalties on taxpayers who miss the January 31 deadline. Find out who's at risk and how to avoid fines.
HMRC's Making Tax Digital: Deadlines & Fines
HMRC's Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative is rolling out new requirements for businesses and landlords. Here’s what you need to know about deadlines, penalties, and how to prepare.
UK gardens face £5k fines for breaking hidden rules
Millions of UK households could be slapped with hefty fines for common gardening mistakes. Are you breaking the law without even knowing it?
Neighbour blocks garage – could they face a £1,000 fine?
A furious homeowner was left fuming after a neighbour repeatedly blocked their garage. Could this lead to a hefty fine? Here’s what the law says.
Nova Scotia bans woodland access amid wildfires
Nova Scotia has introduced a sweeping ban on entering woodlands and lighting fires as wildfires rage across the region. Violators face hefty fines up to $25,000.
Sat nav mistake could cost drivers £1,000
Motorists are being warned about a widespread sat nav error that could result in a £1,000 penalty. Learn how to avoid this costly mistake.
Driveway rule change to save millions from fines
A major driveway rule change in the UK could prevent millions of homeowners from facing hefty fines. Find out how this affects you.
Tourist's visa mistake leads to £2k fine and travel ban
A British tourist shares her shocking ordeal after being fined and banned from a Spanish island for unknowingly breaking a little-known rule.
China imposes fines and restrictions over chikungunya virus
Chinese authorities have introduced hefty fines and travel restrictions to curb the spread of the chikungunya virus, sparking concerns among residents and travellers.
EasyJet fines tourist £300 for oversized cabin bag
A tourist flying with EasyJet was hit with a hefty £300 fine for an oversized cabin bag, sparking debate over airline baggage policies. Find out how to avoid similar charges.
Blue Badge holders face £70 fines under new parking rules
Drivers with Blue Badges are being warned about strict new parking enforcement rules that could lead to hefty fines if ignored.
Blue Badge fines: New rules risk £1,000 penalties
Drivers with Blue Badges risk hefty fines if caught breaking updated parking regulations. Here’s what you need to know to avoid penalties.
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