Drivers face 3 points for not wearing seat belts under new rules
Motorists could soon receive three penalty points on their driving licence for not wearing a seat belt, under proposed changes overseen by Andy Burnham.
Category : Transport
BA attendant restrains drunk passenger at Heathrow
A British Airways flight attendant restrained a drunken passenger on a Heathrow to Las Vegas flight, forcing take-off to be aborted. The passenger was arrested by police.
£1.5m County Durham road funding for pothole repairs
Durham County Council invests £1.5m over three years in preventative road repairs, hailed as a 'game changer' for the county's roads.
UK village dubbed 'world's most beautiful' rakes in £45k from parking fines
Bibury, a Cotswolds village named world's most beautiful, earns £45k yearly from parking fines amid over-tourism complaints.
Bristol Airport back to normal after runway closure chaos
Bristol Airport resumes normal operations after a 14-hour runway closure caused flight cancellations and diversions, leaving passengers stranded.
Tourist Bus Overturns in Norway, 4 Hospitalized
Four people were hospitalized after a tourist bus carrying 34 Germans overturned in central Norway, with emergency services responding to the crash on the E6 highway.
Mottram Bypass On Track for Winter 2028/29
The £228m Mottram bypass project is on schedule and budget, aiming to reduce congestion on the A57 by winter 2028/29, with construction currently underway.
Martin Lewis warns 2.7m drivers to check licence expiry
Martin Lewis urges motorists to check driving licence section 4b as 2.7 million expire this year, with fines up to £1,000 possible.
Martin Lewis warns drivers of £1k fine for licence expiry
Martin Lewis urges motorists to check their driving licence as 2.7 million expire this year, risking £1,000 fines and legal action.
Teen cyclist seriously injured in China charity ride accident
Dyfan Hughes, 18, from Llangollen, suffered head, neck and leg injuries in a China accident during a 6,000-mile charity bike ride. He is stable in hospital.
Used Car Buyers Urged to Use 1-3-5 Rule
Experts advise used car buyers to compare one-, three-, and five-year-old models to avoid steep depreciation and get the best deal.
Everest 'Green Boots' body to be brought home after 30 years
The body of Dorje Morup, known as 'Green Boots', will be recovered from Everest after 30 years. Indian authorities plan to return it to his family by September, with DNA testing to confirm identity.
UK drivers warned of £1,000 fines in August
Car insurance expert Ian Wilson warns UK drivers of costly fines for common road rule breaches, including obstructed views, dirty plates, and undeclared modifications.
Farnworth's 'Boneshaker Street' to be resurfaced
Ellesmere Street in Farnworth, notorious for potholes, will be resurfaced using £10,000 ward funding plus council match.
Royal Mail: Write 'return address' on every letter
Royal Mail urges customers to write 'return address' on every letter and parcel, ensuring undeliverable items can be sent back. Simple tip could prevent loss.
Drivers Urged to Fill Up Before Thursday Heatwave
Drivers are urged to fill up before Thursday as a heatwave returns, with temperatures potentially hitting 36C, which can reduce fuel economy and increase fuel consumption.
Woodhead Pass to close again for repairs after moor fire
Woodhead Pass will close for four days in August for repairs to Woodhead Cascade. The road recently reopened after a moor fire closure.
Lime bikes: liberation and imposition in London nights
Lime e-bikes in London symbolize both urban freedom and privilege, with 20% of riders never having cycled before, sparking debates on safety and accessibility.
Train firms fight back against digital ticket fraud
Train operators SWR and GTR introduce measures to combat 'short-faring' and other digital ticket fraud, with up to 95% of tickets on some routes found fraudulent.
UK drivers warned as £160 parking fines introduced
New parking fines of up to £160 have come into force in Bournemouth as part of a trial to tackle illegal parking. The trial runs until August 31.
Drunk BA passenger fights crew before Heathrow arrest
A drunk British Airways passenger was arrested at Heathrow after clashing with cabin crew, forcing the aborted takeoff of Flight BA275 to Las Vegas.
Broken Down Train Blocks Stockport-Altrincham Line
A broken down train has blocked the line between Stockport and Altrincham, causing delays of up to 30 minutes until 6pm. Passengers advised to use buses or Metrolink.
New rules under Andy Burnham could see drivers kicked off roads
Andy Burnham's government to review driving offence consultation results, potentially leading to stricter penalties and bans for uninsured or falsely declaring drivers.
DVLA could ban over-70s without mandatory eye tests
The DVLA is considering mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70, which could lead to licence revocation for those who fail. The proposal is part of a road safety strategy aiming to reduce deaths and injuries.
Crash causes long delays on M4 and A48 in Carmarthenshire
A crash on the A48 near Pont Abraham has closed the road westbound, causing long delays on the M4 and A48 in Carmarthenshire.
Loganair flight diverted after mid-air emergency
A Loganair flight from Inverness to Manchester was diverted to Glasgow after declaring a mid-air emergency, with the nature of the incident unknown.
Royal Mail: What to Do If You Get Someone Else's Post
If you receive mail addressed to someone else at your address, Royal Mail advises crossing out the address, writing 'Not known at this address,' and dropping it in a postbox.
M3 traffic stopped after multi-vehicle crash near M25
Two lanes closed on M3 London-bound after multi-vehicle crash near M25, causing standstill traffic and emergency response in Surrey.
Royal Mail: County Names Unnecessary in Addresses
Royal Mail says county names are unnecessary if town and postcode are included. Guidance advises capital letters, no punctuation, and left-aligned text.
Royal Mail Warns Against Center Addresses on Envelopes
Royal Mail advises placing addresses in the bottom-left corner of envelopes, not the center, to ensure faster delivery. Clear handwriting and return addresses are also recommended.
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