Eurostar rival orders 19 trains for London-Paris route
Italy's FS Group orders 19 high-speed trains from Hitachi Rail for its London-Paris route, set to launch by 2029, challenging Eurostar's monopoly.
Category : Transport
New UK MOT rule: photos now mandatory at tests
DVSA starts national rollout of 'Photos at Test' to combat ghost MOTs, requiring garages to photograph vehicles during tests. The feature will become mandatory.
Eurostar Rival Orders 19 High-Speed Trains
Italian rail operator FS Group orders 19 high-speed trains for London-Paris route, challenging Eurostar's monopoly, with launch scheduled for 2029.
DVLA warns over-70s: renew licence every 3 years online
The DVLA has issued a one-week warning to drivers over 70, reminding them to renew their licence every three years and urging them to apply online for fast processing.
DVLA warns over-70s to renew licences every three years
DVLA issues 'one week' warning to drivers over 70: renew licence every three years, not 10. Online renewal delivers new licence within a week.
M62 chaos: Sheep on motorway cause 45-minute delays
Sheep on the M62 caused 45-minute delays and four miles of congestion after the westbound carriageway shut between junctions 23 and 22.
M62 delays: Lanes shut after fire services activity, animals on road
Two lanes closed on M62 westbound near Huddersfield due to fire services activity; eastbound held for animals on road.
114 Motorway Closures Tonight - Full List
National Highways confirms 114 closures on 30 motorways across England on Tuesday night, affecting routes like M1, M6, M25, and M62. Drivers advised to check routes.
114 Motorway Closures Tonight: Full List of England Shutdowns
National Highways has confirmed 114 closures on 30 English motorways tonight, August 11, urging drivers to plan ahead as diversions may add to travel times.
Royal Mail: Write Three Things Inside Every Parcel
Royal Mail urges customers to write a contact name, address, and phone number inside parcels to ensure safe delivery and compensation eligibility.
Southern trains hit by points failure amid Elizabeth line delays
Southern train services through London face disruption until midday due to a points failure, while Elizabeth line passengers face severe delays due to a tunnel closure near Heathrow.
Mechanics Rebuild Destroyed £1M Ford Puma in 4 Hours
M-Sport mechanics rebuilt a completely destroyed Ford Puma rally car in under four hours after a high-speed crash at Rally Finland, fitting 73 new parts.
M62 nightly closures for six weeks for bridge repairs
The M62 will close every weeknight until end of September for repairs to Scammonden Bridge, starting August 17, with diversions in place.
M62 Westbound Blocked After Crash Near Rochdale and Heywood
The M62 westbound is partially blocked between junctions 20 and 19 near Rochdale and Heywood after an accident, causing slow traffic. Updates to follow.
Moving house? Don't miss this £1,000 fine risk
Forgetting to update your V5C log book after moving house can lead to a £1,000 DVLA fine. Learn how to avoid it.
Flight cancelled after child refused to sit and fasten seatbelt
A Porter Airlines flight in Canada was cancelled after a child refused to sit down and fasten their seatbelt, forcing the plane to return to the gate.
Burnham weighs railcard expansion as students get 50% off
Andy Burnham considers broadening railcard eligibility after extending the 16-17 Saver, saving students 50% from August 17. PM says rail fares 'in his sights'.
Moving Home: V5C Update Costly Mistake
Forgetting to update your V5C after moving home risks a £1,000 DVLA fine. Update driving licence and V5C separately to avoid penalties.
Black taxis could vanish from UK streets amid production cuts
Black taxis may disappear from Britain's streets as LEVC cuts production, causing nine-month waits and driver shortages in London.
Rail boss backs Chathill Station as Northumberland coast gateway
A rail boss says Chathill Station could become the 'Gateway to the Northumberland Coast' after visiting the site, boosting hopes for more services.
Chessington closes over burst water main
Chessington World of Adventures shut during school holidays after a burst water main; tickets revalidated for nine months.
Burnham's £93 rule changes set to boost UK drivers
Andy Burnham's 2026 driving rule changes could save motorists up to £93 per year via VAT cuts on home EV charging and £2 bus fare cap.
Motability Scheme changes for Scots from September
From September 1, new Motability Scheme leases in Scotland include extra mileage support for rural and island communities, plus a 30,000-mile allowance.
Stirling road repairs completed after Storm Eowyn
Stirling Council has completed essential repairs on Greenwood Avenue after Storm Eowyn caused rockfall, fully reopening the road and paths to traffic and pedestrians.
5,533 Parents Fined for Child Car Seat Mistakes
UK police issued 5,533 fines for child car seat and seatbelt offences between 2023 and 2025, with almost 3,000 more drivers sent on retraining courses.
Chessington World of Adventures Closed After Water Outage
Chessington World of Adventures is closed today due to a burst water main, affecting the local area. Tickets are revalidated under the Return Promise.
Person dies on tracks at Broad Green station
A person has died after being struck by a train at Broad Green station, causing cancellations and delays on Northern and Transpennine Express services.
DVLA Warns Over-70s: Renew Licence Every 3 Years
The DVLA reminds drivers over 70 they must renew their licence every three years, not 10, and online renewals arrive within a week.
Chessington World of Adventures forced to close over water outage
Chessington World of Adventures has been forced to close due to a water outage caused by a burst water main, with tickets automatically revalidated for future visits.
Saundersfoot residents angry over motorhome parking
Residents in Saundersfoot report excessive motorhomes taking residential parking, prompting councillor to seek solutions from Pembrokeshire council.
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