Thursday 25 June 2026

Driving laws

Electric car and UK road
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EV drivers may be more likely to break speed limits as 'near-silent' driving impacts road safety

Experts warned the silent nature of electric vehicles has caused drivers to accidentally speed

Court sentencing and driving licence photo
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Britons who refuse to pay benefits debts risk losing driving licence under new rules

UK driving licence, learner licence application and a busy UK motorway
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Motorists face restrictions and curfews under new driving licence rules

Police operation
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Police target drink-driving as millions of motorists risk arrests during World Cup

Red routes and parking ticket
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Drivers face new £70 fines as red routes launch on several key roads in Leicester

Driver using smartwatch while driving
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Millions of drivers risk huge fines for using everyday item in cars under 'stricter' rules

'We recommend drivers play it safe and resist the temptation to use [smartwatches]'

Older driver
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Older motorists under scrutiny after 91% fail basic hazard awareness test

Drivers over 55 were less likely to spot a pedestrian hazard on the road than any other age group

Bin collections
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Drivers risk new parking bans as bin lorries struggle to reach streets

Highway Code and middle lane driving
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Drivers face £5,000 fine for breaking major Highway Code motorway rule

Phone in car
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Middle-aged motorists branded 'dangerous risks' to roads

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