According to new laws in Wales and England, cyclists who murder pedestrians might potentially spend the rest of their lives in prison. Under amendments tabled on Thursday, the Crime and Policing Bill would align death by dangerous cycling with existing motoring laws, according to the Department for Transport (DfT). Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander plans toContinue reading “New Laws Punish Cyclists Who Kill Pedestrians”
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As A Result Of High Court Ruling, Taxi Fares Could Rise By 20 Per Cent
Taxi fares across the United Kingdom could increase by 20 per cent after a High Court ruled that companies, rather than drivers, are responsible for contracts. The Times said that the ruling, which came following a legal battle with Uber, means that taxi companies could be responsible for charging VAT. Under existing rules, private hireContinue reading “As A Result Of High Court Ruling, Taxi Fares Could Rise By 20 Per Cent”
An 8 Per Cent Rise In Rail Fares Next Year Could Be ‘Eye-Watering’ For Commuters
Commuters were warned they face being battered by an 8 per cent rise in rail fares next year in the latest blow during the cost of living crisis. If the Government uses the same formula as this year to calculate the 2024 increase in train fares in England, then passengers are set for an eye-wateringContinue reading “An 8 Per Cent Rise In Rail Fares Next Year Could Be ‘Eye-Watering’ For Commuters “
Electric Cars Will Turn Pavements Into Obstacle Courses
Charities have warned that the electric car revolution will turn pavements into minefields for pedestrians. Campaigners say replacing petrol and diesel cars could leave streets dangerously cluttered with electric vehicle (EV) charging cables. The National Federation of the Blind UK (NFBUK) and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) are calling on theContinue reading “Electric Cars Will Turn Pavements Into Obstacle Courses”
The Delay In HS2 Construction Will Cost Taxpayers More Than £360 Million
According to internal estimates, a planned delay to HS2 by ministers will cost taxpayers more than £360 million. In March, ministers announced they were delaying by two years the construction of a high-speed section between Birmingham and Crewe in a bid to save money. It’s the latest controversy to hit the high-speed rail project, whichContinue reading “The Delay In HS2 Construction Will Cost Taxpayers More Than £360 Million”
Fury At Whitehall Staff’s £145 Million Spending Spree
Whitehall civil servants camouflaged sparkling wine acquisitions and five-star hotel catering as ‘bookkeeping services’ and ‘administration’, as part of a £145 million of government debit card spending. Rishi Sunak has been accused of overseeing a shameful chronicle of waste as it was disclosed how officials splurged on booze, luxury furnishings and costly dinners abroad. OppositionContinue reading “Fury At Whitehall Staff’s £145 Million Spending Spree”
Britain Returns To LOCKDOWN After Mick Lynch Loses Support For Crippling Strikes
Public support for Mick Lynch’s crippling Christmas walkouts is draining away as Britain faces a lockdown by industrial action with the festive season in ruins for the third year running and businesses face losing billions. Millions of employees must now work from home, some until 2023, due to union tycoons such as Mick Lynch shuttingContinue reading “Britain Returns To LOCKDOWN After Mick Lynch Loses Support For Crippling Strikes”
New Crackdown On Dodging Rail Fares Increases Fines Five-Fold To £100
The penalty for rail fare dodgers is to soar fivefold to £100 in a crackdown. The Department for Transport (DfT) expects to recoup more of the £240 million lost to fare evasion on the railways in England and Wales each year. It follows concerns that the current £20 fine, introduced in 2005, was no longerContinue reading “New Crackdown On Dodging Rail Fares Increases Fines Five-Fold To £100”
Just The Ticket!
All local and regional bus fares in England could be capped at £2 this autumn. Prices could be slashed for six months from October, with bargain rates for cross-country journeys of up to 80 miles and lasting more than three hours. Downing Street has reportedly been working on the scheme since April but it’s notContinue reading “Just The Ticket!”
There’s No Turning Back For Electric Vehicle Owners
According to research, nine in ten motorists who’ve already made the switch to an electric vehicle say they won’t be buying a petrol or diesel car again. With more extended ranges from the latest models and enhancing charging infrastructure, EV motorists say they’re able to complete trips over larger distances, with a quarter saying they’veContinue reading “There’s No Turning Back For Electric Vehicle Owners”
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