Urgent Blue Badge Warning For Disabled Drivers
Drivers with disabilities are being issued an urgent warning as councils crack down on Blue Badge misuse with new surveillance tech. Find out how these changes could affect you.
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Mum fined by council while rushing dying son to hospital
A devastated mother tells how she was slapped with a £60 penalty while racing her critically ill toddler to A&E. The council has now cancelled the fine after a public outcry.
Over 80s Face New Test for Blue Badge Parking Permits
Major shake-up to the Blue Badge scheme means thousands of elderly drivers must now undergo assessments to prove eligibility, sparking fury among campaigners.
UK tourists face £1200 fines at US sand dunes
UK travellers heading to Colorado's Great Sand Dunes National Park face hefty fines for ignoring strict parking rules during peak season. Essential reading for US road trips.
Neighbour's DIY car clamp sparks parking war and police call
A furious neighbour took extreme measures in a parking dispute, using a homemade clamp to immobilise a resident's vehicle in a quiet Hertfordshire street, leading to police intervention and a formal caution.
Perth Council Backtracks on Beach Parking Charges After Fury
Perth's Cambridge Council faces a local revolt after abruptly scrapping its new paid parking scheme at City Beach and Floreat Beach, just one day after implementation. The sudden reversal follows a massive public outcry and threats of a formal protest, le
Neighbour's driveway parking stunt sparks fury
A furious homeowner is at war with his neighbour after the resident began using his driveway for free parking while he's at work. The shocking act has ignited a debate on property rights and neighbourly etiquette.
Life sentence for Detroit Taco Bell drive-thru murder
A Detroit man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the fatal shooting of another man during a violent argument over a parking space at a local Taco Bell drive-thru.
Nuneaton shopkeeper wins 15-year parking fine battle
After a gruelling 15-year battle, Nuneaton business owner Paul Edwards triumphs over a wrongly issued parking fine that threatened to destroy his livelihood and home.
DVLA QR Code Parking Fine Scam Targets UK Drivers
UK motorists are being targeted by a sophisticated new text message scam impersonating the DVLA and demanding payment for fake parking fines. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
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.
Bondi's £1.7m Parking Garage Closed Indefinitely
Waverley Council faces furious backlash after abruptly closing Bondi's crucial £1.7 million parking garage indefinitely, leaving local businesses and residents stranded without warning.
Driver fined £1,000 for fake Blue Badge use
A motorist in Greater Manchester has been hit with a massive £1,000 penalty after falsely claiming to be a Blue Badge holder. Discover how council enforcers uncovered the deceit.
Supermarket parking blunder risks £100 fine for UK drivers
UK drivers are being warned about a costly and easily avoidable error when using supermarket car parks that could see them hit with a hefty penalty charge, regardless of how long they stay.
Neighbour's parking favour leads to £100k legal bill
A simple parking agreement between neighbours in Kent turned into a bitter, decade-long legal battle over a single driveway, culminating in a staggering court ruling and a cautionary tale for homeowners everywhere.
UK Driveway Tax: New Charge for Parking at Home
Exclusive: A proposed new 'driveway tax' could see UK households charged hundreds of pounds annually for parking their own cars on their private property, sparking outrage among motorists and homeowners.
New Driveway Parking Rule for England Causes Controversy
A major change to the Highway Code in England now permits residents to park across their own dropped kerbs, even if it obstructs the pavement. Discover what this means for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and parents with prams.
UK Suburbs Erupt in Fury Over Electric Golf Cart 'Menace'
A quiet revolution is turning nasty on Britain's streets. The rise of electric golf buggies and micro vehicles is sparking furious 'green vs grey' rows over safety, noise, and the very character of suburban life.
Neighbour Parks Car ON My Property In Bizarre Dispute
A UK homeowner's dream property turns into a nightmare as a neighbour repeatedly parks on their land, sparking a furious boundary row and raising questions about property rights.
DHL worker's boxing-style attack on couple over parking
Disturbing footage captures a DHL worker brutally assaulting a couple with professional boxing moves following a dispute over a parking space in a quiet neighbourhood.
Man's £100 parking check reveals shocking £23,500 council debt
A motorist checking a £100 parking penalty was left reeling after uncovering a colossal £23,500 debt erroneously linked to his car. This astonishing administrative error by Westminster City Council highlights a dramatic system failure.
Drivers hide number plates to dodge private parking cameras
Furious British drivers are fighting back against aggressive private parking firms by hiding their number plates with unusual methods. Discover the escalating war on UK streets and the controversial tactics being deployed.
Couple's driveway blocked by buses in transport nightmare
A London couple's driveway is being used as an unofficial bus stop, leaving them trapped and frustrated. Discover the full story of this transport planning failure.
Neighbour's cruel laugh at simple request sparks vile parking row
A UK mother's polite request to a neighbour about parking erupted into a shocking torrent of abuse, threats, and cruel laughter, captured on a viral doorbell camera. The distressing incident highlights the intense pressures of modern neighbour disputes.
Love Island star jailed for savage parking space attack
Former Love Island contestant Tom Walsh has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for a vicious assault that left a man with life-changing injuries following a row over a parking space at a Sainsbury's in Kent.
Traffic Warden Violently Assaulted in Westminster Attack
Disturbing footage emerges of a violent attack on a parking enforcement officer in Central London, sparking outrage and calls for justice.
Gaza Water Crisis Triggers Deadly Paralysis Outbreak
Exclusive: A catastrophic water shortage in Gaza, exacerbated by Israeli restrictions, is triggering a deadly outbreak of acute flaccid paralysis. Aid agencies warn of a spiralling humanitarian disaster as fuel and clean water supplies run critically low.
Driver hit with £10,000 fine by council CCTV car
A motorist faces a staggering £10,000 penalty after a council's mobile CCTV car filmed him repeatedly. The controversial 'spy car' tactic in Westminster ignites a major debate on fair enforcement.
Stealth Parking Fines: UK Drivers Hit With £100 Charges
Motorists across the UK are being caught out by stealth parking enforcement tactics. Unmarked civilian cars with hidden cameras are issuing £100 fines in shocking new crackdown. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself from these surprise penaltie
Ethiopian Orthodox Church Fined for Illegal Parking in London
An Ethiopian Orthodox church in Central London has been slapped with a parking fine after a vehicle was left illegally outside its Westminster chapel, sparking a debate over religious exemptions and council enforcement.
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