Driving Law

14:45, 30 JUL 2024

Experts warn of five driving laws every parent should know to avoid major fines

From having the wrong type of car seat to driving while tired, it can be all too easy for parents to fall foul of road safety laws

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Warning to homeowners with driveways over plans to be 'charged per metre' in new tax rules

A radical new proposal aimed at combating flooding and the climate crisis could see homeowners with paved driveways charged a new 'stormwater charge'

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Drivers risk fine of up to £1,000 due to little-known address rule, experts warn

Motorists are being asked to make sure they comply with DVLA address rules or risk a huge fine - here's what you need to know

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Warning for drivers of more than nine years over common insurance misconception

Car insurance firms are unlikely to offer fresh discounts and money off if motorists reach the threshold of nine years of no claims, it has been warned

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Drivers heading to UK music festivals this summer warned of huge fines up to £5,000

With millions of Brits set to travel to and from music festivals this summer, driving experts have warned of the easy mistakes that could lead to fines of up to £5,000

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Parking crackdown could see new rules introduced to tackle 'dangerous' issue

Labour's Transport Secretary has previously spoken about the need to introduce new legislation to put a stop to pavement parking which obstructs pedestrians

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Brits warned of £800 fine for not knowing four new UK laws

Drivers have been warned about four new laws now in place that could see you fined almost £800 this summer

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Supermarket shoppers warned over parent and child car parking rules which could get you a fine

Experts say it’s not illegal to break these rules but you could be hit with a fine, which can be issued for parking offences on private property

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Drivers can avoid £100 car parking fine with new loophole coming into effect in October

There will be a new Appeals Charter which will establish a 'clear way' for drivers to challenge parking fines

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Summer car modifications and how they can affect your insurance - from tow bars to roof racks

Here is a list of some of the popular changes drivers make to their vehicles and whether you need to inform your insurance provider about them

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Driving test fees should increase for learners who repeatedly fail, motoring experts say

A driving expert has suggested introducing rebates for learners who pass the test first time and additional fees for those with several previous failures

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See reckless driving captured on dashcams in the North East as drivers flout the law

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The online portal has since received a staggering 21,942 submissions for officers to review since its inception

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Driving rules for anyone who has hay fever and uses medication - and when you can be fined

Hay fever sufferers have been warned about "very high" levels of pollen over the coming days - and of the driving rules if you take antihistamines

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Department for Transport clarifies new 'mandatory' speed limiter rules starting in July

The Department of Transport has responded to reports about all cars sold in UK dealerships needing to be fitted with 'mandatory' speed limiters from next month.

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Warning as DVLA revokes driving licences of 650,000 motorists that people could be driving illegally

A Freedom of Information request found that 646,972 drivers have had their driving licences revoked for medical reasons over the last decade

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Drivers warned of lesser-known DVLA number plate rules that could result in £1,000 fine

Motorists could be handed a fine and their car could fail its MOT test if the vehicle is driven with incorrectly displayed number plates

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New car parking rules in England will see drivers given 'grace period' to prevent unfair fines

The new code of practice promises to raise standards and improve consistency for motorists across the country

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Warning digital speed sign readings on UK roads could lead to police action

A recent report has highlighted that some digital speed signs can actually store data and could lead to speed cameras being set up in the area - leading to fines for those speeding

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Drivers issued warning over DVLA licence rule as two million motorists face £1,000 fine

Consumer guru Martin Lewis is among those who have highlighted the licence rule that every driver should be aware of

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Little-known Highway Code rule could see drivers fined for driving near horses, expert warns

A motoring expert has outlined the law around driving near horses and what drivers should do to avoid accidents

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Drivers warned of little-known 'friends and family' rule that could result in £1,000 fine

People who borrow a friend or family member's car are at risk of being caught out by car insurance laws - here's what you need to know

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Driving expert lists little-known mistakes that can lead to hefty fines and points on your licence

A motoring expert has highlighted a number of things drivers need to be mindful of, including the use of bike racks and overloading your car

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Drivers who flash their headlights at others could be hit with a £1,000 fine

A lot of drivers are unaware that flashing their headlights at other motorists is actually an offence, and could land them with a hefty fine if they're caught

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10 of the UK's 'most misunderstood' road signs - how many can you name correctly?

Less than half of drivers can correctly identify these road signs - do you need to brush up on the Highway Code?

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