Tag: Department for Transport
Drivers over 70 in England facing licence rule change on table update as new DfT response
New figures show a 40% rise in collisions linked to defective eyesight as the government gives a new statement as consultation on law ends
New law 12-day June deadline for all cat owners in UK
A law currently applies to horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, goats or dogs, but not cats
Key changes listed as driveway rule change now in force across England
The Department for Transport confirmed the change
Rule change now in force affects all driveways in England
The Department for Transport confirmed the change
Blue Badge holders risk £1,000 fine for letting family or friends use it
The Department for Transport said this is the most common forms of Blue Badge misuse
Bank holiday 'danger hour' warning issued to Brits with millions expected to hit roads this weekend
New research shows where and when will be most dangerous for motorists this Bank Holiday weekend
Land Rover drivers 'now face £60 tax charge every time' after April change
Land Rover owners are being squeezed at the pump as UK diesel prices surged 36.5% in just nine weeks to April 2026
Pensioners without Blue Badge may still be able to use disabled parking bay
People who reach pension age do not automatically qualify for one of the disabled parking permits
Road speed limit 60mph change on 200,000 miles of England roads update as DfT issues response
The Department for Transport is exploring plans that could see speed limits changed amid concerns about accident rate
Blue Badge misuse prosecutions revealed as call for crackdown made
Figures show one in five people living in England qualify for a Blue Badge
UK drivers could lose insurance cover and face £2.5k fine over simple car fault
With prices continuing to climb, some drivers are postponing essential maintenance – a decision experts worry could backfire financially, legally and put all road users at risk
Reminder as Brits risk prosecution over DVLA 20-metre rule
Rules could also be changing for those afted 70 and over
Government update on major licence change for drivers aged over 70
The Department of Transport is looking at sweeping changes aimed at making roads safer
Department for Transport update on 'e-bike and e-scooter' number plate laws after question
Calls have been made for new rules after rising number of accidents and being used in crime
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