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.
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Blue Badge mum faces £3k school run parking fines
A disabled mother reveals how she accumulated £3,000 in parking fines during school runs, despite displaying her Blue Badge, exposing a shocking failure in council enforcement systems.
Toy Car Triggers Real Parking War in Bondi Junction
A Bondi Junction resident's ingenious use of a child's toy car to reserve a parking space has sparked a heated neighbourhood dispute and raised questions about apartment parking etiquette in one of Sydney's most congested suburbs.
Yacht race cocaine smugglers jailed for 111 years
A sophisticated criminal gang who attempted to smuggle £50 million worth of cocaine into the UK hidden on a yacht competing in a major transatlantic race has been jailed for a total of 111 years. The elaborate plot was uncovered by the National Crime Agen
Blue Badge Rules: 10 Laws You're Probably Breaking
Millions of UK drivers risk fines by misunderstanding Blue Badge rules. Our essential guide reveals the hidden laws, enforcement changes, and common mistakes that could cost you £1,000.
Driveway parking trap backfires on UK homeowner
A homeowner's clever plan to stop strangers parking on their driveway in a quiet UK town backfires, leading to a parking nightmare that trapped their own car for days. Discover the full story of this motoring mishap.
Neighbour's Parking Nightmare Blocks UK Homeowner's Driveway
A UK homeowner's dream property turns into a parking nightmare as a neighbour repeatedly blocks their driveway. Discover the frustrating standoff and the legal grey area leaving residents trapped.
Traffic Warden Reveals He Pays Hundreds in Parking Fines
A seasoned traffic warden reveals the shocking reality of Britain's predatory parking enforcement as he admits to accumulating hundreds of pounds in fines himself, exposing a system that's 'impossible to beat'.
Parents warned of £80 fines for school run parking mistake
UK drivers are being warned over a little-known Highway Code rule that could land parents with hefty fines and penalty points during the school run. Here's what you need to know to avoid penalties.
UK's Most Expensive Parking Fines Revealed - £1.4M Collected
Exclusive investigation reveals the UK's parking fine blackspots, with one London borough raking in over £1.4 million. Is your city on the list?
Common parking mistake could land UK drivers a £1,000 fine
Motoring experts are warning UK drivers about a common parking manoeuvre that is actually illegal and a breach of the Highway Code, risking a hefty fine and penalty points.
Record £17.5m in parking fines as crackdown stalls
Private parking firms in the UK have issued a record-breaking £17.5 million in fines last year, as Labour delays a promised crackdown on rogue operators. Drivers are facing aggressive tactics and soaring charges.
UK Drivers Risk £100 Fines Over Little-Known Parking Rule
Millions of UK motorists are unknowingly risking hefty penalties due to a common parking oversight. Discover the simple mistake that could see you fined and how to avoid it.
Private parking tickets surge 24% hitting UK drivers
British motorists are facing a record onslaught of private parking tickets, with a shocking 24% annual surge in charges. Discover the data behind the £100M industry and how to fight back.
Mum fined for disabled parking despite leg in cast
A North Shore mother, Natasha Jansen, speaks out after receiving a shocking £60 fine for using a disabled parking space while her leg was immobilised in a full cast, exposing a critical flaw in council enforcement systems.
Neighbour's fury over 'unacceptably parked' car
A UK driver was left stunned after an anonymous neighbour demanded they move their 'unacceptably parked' car in a bizarre handwritten note. The petty dispute has gone viral, dividing opinion on parking etiquette.
Entitled Dad Blocks Private Drive For Son's Party
A furious homeowner in a UK village tells of the shocking moment a stranger blocked his private driveway to host a children's party, leading to a jaw-dropping confrontation over parking rights and parental entitlement.
Suburban parking war erupts into violent street brawls
Exclusive: Residents of a quiet Buckinghamshire close descend into chaos as parking feud turns physical, with punches thrown and vehicles blocked in dramatic neighbourhood dispute caught on camera.
Oligarch's £240m Superyacht for Auction in Gibraltar
The luxurious 'Axioma' superyacht, seized from sanctioned Russian oligarch Dmitry Pumpyansky, is set for a high-stakes auction in Gibraltar, symbolising the tangible impact of Western sanctions on Putin's inner circle.
Driver fined as flash flood submerges her car in Charleston
A Charleston woman faces hefty parking fines after her car was caught in a devastating flash flood, raising questions over the council's enforcement during extreme weather emergencies.
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.
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.
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.
Million-Pound Yacht Sinks in Turkish Marina
A luxury yacht valued at over £1 million has catastrophically sunk at its mooring in a Turkish marina. Shocking footage captures the vessel's final moments as it disappears beneath the waves, sparking a major salvage operation.
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.
Luxury yacht sinks minutes after launch; owner swims ashore
A brand new £425,000 luxury motor yacht, the 'Princess V55', catastrophically sank just minutes into its maiden voyage off the English coast. The owner and a crew member were forced to abandon ship and swim to safety as the vessel rapidly took on water an
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.
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