Driving test delays fuel scam epidemic targeting learners
Criminal gangs are exploiting Britain's driving test backlog crisis, charging desperate learners hundreds of pounds for phantom test slots and fake cancellations.
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Unlicensed Illegal Migrant Trucker Arrested After Cross-Country Drive
An undocumented migrant without a driving licence has been apprehended after operating a commercial truck across multiple US states, raising serious concerns about border security and transportation safety protocols.
Major UK Driving Test Changes Confirmed by DVSA
The DVSA has announced revolutionary changes to driving tests across Britain, including extended practice periods and new supervision requirements that could transform how new drivers learn.
UK creates 50,000 new driving test slots monthly to clear backlog
The UK government launches emergency measures to create 50,000 additional driving test appointments monthly, aiming to clear the growing backlog of learner drivers waiting for their practical exams.
UK Driving Test Backlog: Learners Face 6-Month Waits
Massive driving test backlog leaves thousands of learners stranded as waiting times hit unprecedented levels across Britain, with some areas seeing delays of over six months.
Driving test backlog hits 538,000 with 18-week waits
New data reveals the UK's driving test crisis is worsening, with average waits hitting 18 weeks and over half a million learners stuck in the queue. Discover which test centres face the worst delays.
COVID fraud hit squad recovers £1.4bn from scammers
Exclusive investigation reveals how fraudsters exploited COVID support schemes as government deploys specialist team to claw back stolen taxpayer money.
Covid fraudsters get final warning: Pay back or face jail
Exclusive: UK authorities issue 72-hour ultimatum to suspected pandemic fraudsters as £30 million remains unreturned. Final chance before criminal prosecution begins.
Mooshtips racing tipster accused of multi-million fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals how British expat Andrew 'Mooshtips' Manison allegedly defrauded horse racing enthusiasts worldwide from his Thai mansion in elaborate betting scheme.
Driving lesson costs accelerate by 30% in UK
Aspiring drivers across Britain face a financial roadblock as driving lesson prices surge by nearly a third in just two years, with average costs now reaching £35 per hour amid intense demand and instructor shortages.
McLaren axes Alex Dunne in F1 Academy shake-up
Irish racing prodigy Alex Dunne has been unexpectedly dropped from McLaren's F1 Academy team after just one season, sending shockwaves through the motorsport world.
Learner driver's baby-on-board police chase hits 140km/h
A 25-year-old learner driver led police on a terrifying high-speed chase through Central Coast with an infant in the car, reaching speeds of 140km/h before being arrested and charged with multiple offences.
Sinner claims China Open title over Tien
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner captures his first championship since Wimbledon with a dominant straight-sets win against American qualifier Learner Tien in Beijing.
JPMorgan's £175M Nightmare: Student Loan Fraud Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Charlie Javice allegedly fabricated 4 million student accounts in one of America's most brazen banking frauds, leaving JPMorgan Chase with staggering losses.
Iowa businessman pleads guilty to multi-million wire fraud
An Iowa businessman has admitted to orchestrating a sophisticated wire fraud conspiracy involving fake construction projects across multiple states, facing up to 20 years in federal prison.
DVSA Warning: Fake Driving Instructor Scams Target Learners
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated scams targeting learner drivers. Learn the red flags and official checks to protect yourself from unqualified instructors.
Leclerc's Ferrari Future in Doubt Over Strategy Rows
Exclusive: Ferrari's Charles Leclerc is reportedly considering his future with the Scuderia, frustrated by repeated strategy blunders and internal politics that are hampering his championship ambitions.
UK Job Scam Alert: Fake Flexible Work Offers Target Jobseekers
Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated SMS job scams targeting UK jobseekers with fake 'flexible work' offers. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect yourself from financial fraud.
McLaren Backs F2 Prodigy Alex Dunne For F1 Future
Exclusive interview with Irish racing sensation Alex Dunne on his landmark McLaren F1 development deal, his meteoric rise in F2, and his ambitious roadmap to the pinnacle of motorsport.
Romance Scam Crisis: Victims Lose £12k on Average
Exclusive data from Lloyds Bank exposes the devastating rise of romance scams, with victims losing over £12,000 each. Learn the crucial red flags to protect yourself from emotional and financial devastation.
Romance Scams: How to Spot the Red Flags
Exclusive: UK finance experts reveal the devastating emotional and financial toll of romance fraud, with victims losing an average of £18,500. Learn the critical warning signs to avoid becoming a target.
Police Alert: Taylor Swift Scam Targets Southport Fans
Merseyside Police alert Taylor Swift fans in Southport about a sophisticated 'get-rich-quick' scam exploiting the singer's Eras Tour, with victims already reporting significant losses.
Mother jailed for faking cancer to scam friends £45k
A 44-year-old married mother has been sentenced to 20 months in prison at Isleworth Crown Court after admitting to a cruel fraud where she pretended to have terminal cancer to con her friends out of £45,000.
Students lose £15m in sophisticated bank scam
Exclusive: UK students are losing life-changing sums to a convincing 'bank security' scam. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this growing crisis.
Kickboxer mum fakes cancer to swindle ex in evil scam
A mother-of-four and competitive kickboxer has been exposed for faking a terminal cancer diagnosis to con her former partner out of thousands of pounds in a despicable fraud.
Veteran and Church Deacon Arrested in Major Charity Fraud
Rony Denis, a US Army veteran and church deacon, faces federal charges for allegedly orchestrating a massive fraud scheme, diverting over £1.2 million from a veterans charity to fund a lavish personal lifestyle.
Driver's 'stupid mistake' leaves ute stranded on train tracks
A Queensland driver's disastrous shortcut attempt ended with his ute stranded on active railway tracks, prompting a dramatic rescue and a stern warning from authorities.
Sydney Taxi Driver Brutally Attacked in Vicious Robbery
Shocking details emerge as Sydney taxi driver Hattam Assaad is brutally attacked and robbed by a passenger. The community and police are on high alert.
Gen Z's Driving Anxiety: Fear of Parking & Petrol Pumps
A startling new study reveals a growing driving anxiety epidemic among young Brits. Gen Z drivers are confessing to avoiding basic manoeuvres like parallel parking and refuelling due to a crippling lack of confidence. Is the digital age creating a generat
Teenager Ollie Robertson lands McLaren F1 test drive
Scottish teenage prodigy Ollie Robertson, 16, has secured a coveted spot in Formula 1's official rookie test with McLaren, marking a meteoric rise from karts to the pinnacle of motorsport.
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