Government's new road safety rules target eyesight and glare
The UK Government unveils its Road Safety Strategy, including mandatory eyesight tests for over-70s and action on headlight glare causing 280 crashes a year. Read the full details.
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Major UK road safety changes proposed by Government
The UK Government unveils its Road Safety Strategy, including mandatory eyesight tests for over-70s, a longer learning period for new drivers, and lower alcohol limits. Read the full details.
New road safety strategy targets older drivers and novices
Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood unveils a new safety strategy, including potential eyesight tests for over-70s and a six-month wait for learner drivers. Critics call it bureaucratic overreach.
Major UK driving law changes proposed for road safety
The UK government unveils a new road safety strategy aiming to cut deaths by 65% by 2035. Key proposals include mandatory tests for older drivers, a lower drink-drive limit, and longer learning periods for novices.
Eye Tests for Older Drivers in New Road Safety Strategy
The UK government is set to unveil a new road safety strategy, including mandatory eye tests for over-70s and a stricter drink-drive limit. Read the full details here.
New Road Safety Plan: Eye Tests for Older Drivers Proposed
The government's new road safety strategy could introduce mandatory eye and cognitive tests for drivers over 70 and lower drink-drive limits. Aim: cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
UK Driving Overhaul: Eye Tests for Over-70s, Lower Drink Limit
A major new road safety strategy proposes mandatory eye tests for over-70s and lowering the drink-drive limit in England. Learn how these changes aim to cut fatalities.
Major UK driving changes: eye tests for over-70s, lower drink limit
A major new road safety strategy for Britain proposes mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 and lowering the drink-drive limit. Learn how these changes aim to cut deaths and serious injuries.
Older Drivers Face Mandatory Eye Tests in Safety Shake-Up
The UK government's new road safety strategy proposes mandatory eye tests for over-70s and stricter alcohol limits to cut road deaths by 65% by 2035. Read the full plan.
14 F1 drivers out of contract after 2026 season
The 2026 F1 silly season is set for drama with 14 stars, including George Russell, on expiring deals. Discover who's fighting for their future.
Jack Doohan's Alpine F1 Exit Confirmed in Farewell Post
Australian F1 driver Jack Doohan appears to have left Alpine after a heartbreaking Instagram farewell. Read the full story of his short-lived 2025 season and what comes next.
Amazon driver flees after hitting parked car, footage shows
Shocking surveillance video captures an Amazon delivery driver crashing into a parked car and leaving the scene. The victim battles with Amazon and a third-party firm over a £2,800 repair shortfall. Read the full story.
Secret files reveal MoD study removed 1,000 nuke vets
Exclusive: Secret documents show 1,000 troops' radiation doses were removed from an official MoD study. Veterans demand Prime Minister Keir Starmer acts. Read the full investigation.
Minnie Driver's Real Name and Emily in Paris Season 5 Details
The actress's birth name is Amelia Fiona J. Driver, a childhood nickname that stuck. Get the full story as she joins the cast of Emily in Paris for its new season.
Wrong-way driver, 90, causes fatal A48 crash before Christmas
A 30-year-old solicitor and her dog died after a 90-year-old motorist drove over 450m the wrong way on the A48 dual carriageway. Read the inquest findings and family tributes.
Two dead after wrong-way crash on A48 in Carmarthenshire
A 90-year-old driver caused a fatal four-car pile-up on the A48 after driving 450m the wrong way. Two people and a dog died. The inquest heard of previous medical concerns.
AAA Begins Real-World Electric Vehicle Road Tests
The AAA has launched a new trial to conduct real-world road tests on electric vehicles, aiming to provide more accurate data on charge times and range for UK drivers. Discover the findings.
Social Media Blamed in Fatal Teen Driving Crash
A coroner warns selfies and videos fuel fatal road collisions after three teens died. The driver had a history of dangerous driving posted online. Read the full report.
Immigrant Truckers Flee Profession After US Rule Enforcement
Trucking firms face driver shortages as immigrant hauliers abandon the US industry following stringent new federal enforcement of training and licensing standards. Explore the impact.
44% of US Trucking Schools May Close After Federal Review
A federal review finds nearly 44% of US truck driving schools non-compliant, risking closure. Read the latest on the safety crackdown and its implications.
Dubai taxi driver choked by passenger in violent attack
Watch the terrifying footage of a passenger putting a Dubai taxi driver in a chokehold and threatening to kill him. The driver suffered injuries in the vicious assault.
Doctor: Blood tests don't detect many cancers
A London GP explains why routine blood tests cannot detect all serious conditions, including many cancers. Learn what these tests actually reveal and why symptoms matter most.
Uganda DNA Paternity Tests Show 98% Negative Results
Ugandan men face heartbreaking DNA test results as paternity disputes surge. Traditional leaders and clerics urge tolerance amid rising family conflicts. Read the full investigation.
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.
At-Home Prostate Cancer Tests Unveiled for NHS
The UK government reveals a new men's health plan featuring at-home PSA blood tests for prostate cancer from 2027. Discover how this aims to save lives through earlier detection.
Anna Maxwell Martin: SATs harm special needs children
BBC star Anna Maxwell Martin joins parents warning primary SATs leave SEND children feeling 'not clever enough'. Read the open letter demanding education reform.
California revokes 17,000 commercial driver's licences
California plans to revoke 17,000 commercial driver's licences from immigrants, sparking a political dispute between Governor Newsom and the Trump administration over immigration enforcement and road safety.
Tadhg Beirne ruled out of Ireland's Japan tour
Munster lock Tadhg Beirne faces extended sidelines with foot injury, forcing Ireland to reshuffle pack for summer Tests against Japan and All Blacks.
Polish lorry driver blames coughing fit for fatal wrong-way crash
Shocking dashcam footage reveals the moment a Polish lorry driver, blaming a coughing fit, drove the wrong way down a British motorway, causing a fatal collision that killed another driver.
F1 Legend Andrea de Adamich Dies Aged 81
The motorsport world mourns as Andrea de Adamich, the pioneering Italian Formula 1 driver and respected commentator, passes away at 81 after battling a long illness.
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