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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%.

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.

BBC funding shake-up could see middle-class pay more

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.

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.

BBC licence fee could soar to £200 by 2030

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.

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.

BBC Licence Fee Rise Could Be Blocked

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.

BBC loses £1.1bn as licence fee refusals soar

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.

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.

BBC licence fee could be abolished by 2026

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.

TV licence fee to rise to £169.50 from April 2025

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.

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.

DVLA Warning: Don't Ignore This Brown Envelope

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 Chief Demands Tougher TV Licence Enforcement

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.

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