DVLA warns pre-1956 drivers to renew licence every three years
Drivers born before 1956 must renew their licence every three years after turning 70, or risk driving illegally; the free online process is available now.
Drivers born before 1956 must renew their licence every three years after turning 70, or risk driving illegally; the free online process is available now.
Psychic Craig Hamilton-Parker, who claims to have predicted Covid, warns a conflict involving up to five countries could erupt by October 2026, based on ancient palm leaf readings.
The Met Office has revealed which areas will see rain on Sunday and which will not, with most of southern England staying dry as drought continues.
As temperatures drop after a heatwave, drivers are urged to check tyre pressure to avoid overinflation, which can cause blowouts and uneven wear. Experts warn of risks and offer tips.
Drivers over 70 could face future cognitive assessments, as the DfT considers additional measures beyond mandatory eyesight tests, following a consultation.
easyJet France cabin crew strikes on August 15-16 could disrupt flights at five airports, including Paris Orly and Nice, over rota and working conditions.
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Indonesia's Flores Island, prompting a tsunami warning. The quake hit at 10.58pm on Friday, 68km from Ende, at a depth of 10km.
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck 68km off Ende, Indonesia, prompting a tsunami warning from BMKG. The quake hit at a depth of 10km.
The UK heatwave is set to end with four consecutive days of showers, according to new weather forecasts, bringing relief from wildfires and drought. Temperatures will drop as rain sweeps the nation from Sunday.
Met Office forecasters say central and south-eastern England, including drought-hit areas, are likely to see thundery showers on Saturday as the heatwave ends.
Despite a heatwave with 38.1C in Kew, the Met Office forecasts rain across 15 areas on Saturday, including parts of the Midlands and western Scotland.
The Prime Minister confirmed the emergency alert sent to millions across England and Wales on wildfire risk came at the request of fire services, following major blazes including one in Stourbridge where 19 homes were destroyed.
Millions in England and Wales received an emergency wildfire alert on Friday evening. Here's what to do now, including avoiding disposable barbecues and calling 999 if you spot a fire.
Monty Don revealed plans for drought-friendly plants next year, but Gardeners' World viewers warned him of a wet British summer ahead.
Tynemouth accounts for six of the top ten most fined areas for parking in North Tyneside since 2013. Residents and visitors say there are no easy solutions to the town's parking pressures.
Millions received a UK Government emergency alert about wildfire risk, but many got Welsh first, causing confusion. Eight fires burn in South Wales, with a major incident declared.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirmed an emergency alert was sent to phones in England and Wales on Friday evening, warning of very high wildfire risk, after major blazes including Stourbridge.
Millions in England and Wales received a wildfire emergency alert on Friday evening. Here's what to do now, why some phones didn't get it, and how the system works.
Drivers report carnage and near misses on motorways after a wildfire emergency alert blared on millions of phones, causing panic and sudden braking.
The government sent an emergency alert to millions of devices in England and Wales warning of wildfire risk. Here's how to opt out, especially for those with concealed phones.
Tropical Storm Lala is set to hit Hawaii's Big Island with hurricane force, bringing dangerous winds, heavy rainfall and high surf, as a state of emergency is declared.
The UK government sent an emergency alert to millions of devices in England and Wales on Friday evening, warning of a very high risk of wildfires and urging people not to light anything that could spark a fire.
The One Show was interrupted minutes into its 20th anniversary episode by the UK emergency alert system, leaving presenter Alex Jones speechless and mistaking it for a fire alarm.
Millions across Greater Manchester and the UK received a wildfire emergency alert at 7pm, warning against activities that could start fires, prompting panic and criticism.
An emergency alert was sent to mobile phones in England and Wales on Friday evening, warning people not to light anything that could spark a fire.
An emergency alert about wildfire risk was sent to phones in England and Wales, but some people may not have received it. Reasons include device compatibility, network type, and settings.
Millions across England and Wales received a government emergency alert on Friday evening, urging people to avoid anything that could spark a wildfire amid extreme heat and ongoing blazes.
An emergency alert issued to millions of mobile devices in Wales caused mass confusion on Friday evening, with some receiving it multiple times and in different languages.
Northumberland County Council has lifted bathing advice for part of Blyth South Beach after Environment Agency sampling. Dog owners and visitors are still urged to avoid the affected area while investigations continue.
Millions across England and Wales received an emergency alert at 7pm warning of very high wildfire risk, urging people to avoid activities that could start fires, after blazes including one in Stourbridge destroyed 19 homes.