Tag: politics
Blue Badge holders can park in 2 new locations as deal 'final discussions' says DfT
The Department for Transport has issued a statement over changes to where people will be able to use their badges this summer
DfT alert over road hazard that causes hundreds of crashes a year
The Government has proposed major legal changes to improve road safety
EV tax plan major update as 'Rachel Reeves prepares change' as even Treasury worried
The government's current plans are reportedly causing serious concern in the Treasury.
DWP Blue Badge response over temporary and 'fluctuating' conditions call
The Department for Transport has responded to Parliamentary questions about Blue Badge eligibility for some people
Car makers gave Brits billions in discounts in bid to tempt buyers to go electric
Manufacturers were forced to offer big incentives to boost sales of electric vehicles as the industry called for a Labour review of targets to be brought forward
Drivers discovering new DVLA and road rules coming in from today, Jan 1 2026 warning
A major new policy statment is also due which could change laws around driving licence eye tests, alcohol and seat belts
DWP confirms Motability change date as £400 cost rise looms
The Government has confirmed new tax arrangements for the Motability Scheme from July 2026, with average upfront costs expected to rise by around £400 over three years
'Change UK driving law on pets' update as government responds
Experts have called for current laws to be expanded
Motability gives 'needs of the disabled person' update as it launches 'Special Investigations Unit'
A team is being set up by Motability to combat misuse, as disability vehicle scheme users face cost increases of around £400 from July 2026
DWP Motability scheme changes as £400 cost increase confirmed from July 2026
The government has confirmed that changes to the Motability scheme will go ahead from July 2026, with VAT and insurance tax to be introduced, meaning the average advance payment will increase by around £400 over a three-year lease package
Three places to get cash to repair broken-down car when you haven't money to pay
A car can be essential for work or caring for others yet repair costs soon mount up when it stops running - but help might be on hand with grants or interest free loans
Motability car PIP update as campaigners warn over 'plans to limit'
The Motability scheme enables personal independence payment recipients with serious mobility difficulties to lease a new car
Key pay-per-mile update issued in new statement
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander faced questions in the Commons about what next week's Budget would mean for motorists and rail passengers
New UK pay-per-mile charges update as Rachel Reeves receives support
The UK government is reportedly considering a new pay-per-mile road pricing system somevehicle owners
Major LED headlight 'dazzling' rule change as new rules 'by 2027' as SUVs investigated by DfT
Concern is rising that motorists are 'too frightened to go out' after dark because of the problem