Pavement Vigilantes Threaten UK Social Etiquette
Guardian readers debate the erosion of friendly pavement encounters in London's West End, fearing a dystopian future of grim conformism. Share your views on UK social etiquette.
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Dog owner fined £150 for pavement fouling in Westminster
A Westminster resident faces a hefty penalty after council enforcement officers witnessed their dog fouling incident and discovered the owner wasn't carrying proper disposal bags.
E-bike rider kills great-grandfather in pavement crash
A 72-year-old great-grandfather was tragically killed when an e-bike rider mounted the pavement to avoid wheelie bins and crashed into him in a quiet residential street. The rider has been convicted of causing death by careless driving.
Cyclist flies over handlebars in shocking pavement crash
Dramatic footage captures the terrifying moment a helmetless cyclist is thrown over his handlebars after hitting a pedestrian on a Westminster pavement, sparking urgent safety warnings.
Teacher wins £7.5m after tripping on uneven pavement
A primary school teacher's routine walk turns catastrophic after tripping on cracked pavement, leading to a multi-million pound settlement and raising serious questions about pavement safety.
Barnaby Joyce's shocking pavement incident caught on camera
Explosive footage reveals former deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce lying on a Canberra pavement in a late-night incident, sparking widespread concern and political fallout.
Government abandons pavement parking ban plans
The Department for Transport has quietly shelved plans for a nationwide pavement parking prohibition, leaving vulnerable pedestrians at risk across England.
Disabled Man Hit by Delivery Robot in Shocking Cambridge Incident
A disabled man's routine delivery turned into a nightmare when a Starship Technologies robot crashed into him on a Cambridge pavement. The shocking incident, captured on TikTok, raises urgent questions about the safety of autonomous delivery devices on UK
Urgent Heatwave Warning for UK Dog Owners
Vets issue critical advice to protect dogs from severe paw burns and heatstroke during the UK heatwave. Learn the lifesaving 5-second rule and essential walking tips.
Syrian Vigilantes Inspire New Thriller 'Ghost Trail'
An exclusive look at how the real-life courage of Syrian vigilantes hunting war criminals inspired director Jonathan Millet's gripping new thriller, 'Ghost Trail', starring Adam Bessa.
E-Scooters Cause 'Anxiety Crisis' For Blind Pedestrians
Exclusive RNIB report reveals the terrifying rise of pavement riding, forcing blind and partially sighted people to fear for their safety on every journey. Discover the urgent call for action.
Artist's optical illusion transforms girlfriend's ageing car
A creative boyfriend has stunned social media by using optical illusion art to disguise his partner's ageing Peugeot 107, making dents and scratches vanish with a breathtaking pavement painting.
Why Britain must stop fearing imaginary bond vigilantes
The Guardian argues that the UK is paralysed by a mythical fear of 'bond vigilantes', preventing vital investment in public services and infrastructure. It's time to abandon outdated economic dogma.
UK Wheelie Bin Shake-Up: New Rules & Potential Fines
Millions of UK households face new wheelie bin rules as councils get powers to ban bins from pavements. Could you be fined for your bin's location?
Westminster Council's pavement crisis injures elderly residents
Westminster Council is under fire after a series of accidents on dangerously uneven pavements. Elderly residents have suffered serious injuries, including a 92-year-old woman who faceplanted on a cracked footpath. Locals demand immediate action as the cou
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.
Far-Right Vigilante Squads Target Migrants Across Europe
An alarming investigation exposes the rapid spread of far-right anti-migrant vigilante groups conducting armed patrols from Spain to Iceland, raising fears of escalating violence and challenging state authority.
Bin lorry driver avoids jail for killing schoolboy cyclist
A bin lorry driver has been sentenced after running over and killing a 15-year-old schoolboy who was cycling on a pavement in a tragic incident that has shocked the local community.
LA man wins £1.6m payout for pavement trip injury
A Los Angeles resident has been awarded a staggering £1.6 million after suing the city over an uneven pavement that caused him to trip. The case raises questions about public safety and liability for poorly maintained walkways.
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