Most Drivers Support Tougher Restrictions on Pavement Parking Tuesday, September 2, 2025 pavement parking england government drivers councils rac legislation sustrans accessibility A recent survey reveals that four out of five UK drivers want the Government to introduce stricter rules on pavement parking in England. While opinions vary on the approach, there is strong consensus on the need for action. … Read More
M5 Traffic at a Standstill During Friday Getaway Friday, August 15, 2025 m5 traffic congestion delays motorway drivers travel gridlock friday getaway The M5 motorway came to a near standstill on Friday afternoon as thousands of drivers embarked on their weekend getaways. Heavy traffic congestion led to significant delays, with vehicles barely moving for extended periods. …
Drivers Over 70 to Face Mandatory Eyesight Tests Under New Road Safety Plan Tuesday, August 12, 2025 roadsafety eyesight drivers licences over70 government regulation penalties accidents dvla The UK government is preparing to introduce major changes to driving regulations aimed at improving road safety, with a key focus on drivers aged 70 and over. Under the proposed plan, older drivers will be required to pass … Read More
Bus Drivers in Somerset Face Potential Strike Over Pay Dispute Monday, August 11, 2025 bus strike somerset bristol pay dispute unite firstwest industrialaction drivers More than 1,000 bus drivers employed by First West of England across Somerset and Bristol are being balloted for strike action, following a rejected pay offer deemed unsatisfactory by the Unite union. The potential industrial … Read More
MP Warns of Risks Posed by Taxis Licensed Hundreds of Miles Away Operating in Weston-super-Mare Monday, July 21, 2025 licensing safety taxis regulation transport westonsupermare localgovernment drivers oversight publictrust The MP for Weston-super-Mare, Daniel Aldridge, has raised serious concerns about taxis licensed far from the town operating locally, calling for tighter licensing regulations. Aldridge warns that North Somerset Council … Read More
Live Updates: Road Closure Near Weston-super-Mare Beach After Crash Saturday, June 21, 2025 weston-super-mare crash police roadclosure traffic beach emergency drivers update transport Authorities have shut down a road close to the beach in Weston-super-Mare following a crash. Motorists are urged to avoid the area and use alternative routes to minimize delays. Emergency services are on-site managing the …