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New Mandatory Eyesight and Cognitive Tests Proposed for Drivers Over 70 in England Saturday, May 30, 2026 drivers eyesight cognitive road safety government licence elderly assessment renewal accidents The UK government is considering introducing two significant mandatory tests for drivers aged 70 and above across England. Currently, there are over 6.3 million full licence holders aged 70 and over in Great Britain, a number … Read More
Stourbridge Pub Licence Changes Approved Despite Local Objections Sunday, May 24, 2026 stourbridge dudley pub licence marstons noise privacy outdoor bar film An application to amend the licence of The Gigmill pub on South Road, Stourbridge, was approved by Dudley Council’s Licensing Sub-committee on May 19, despite objections from nearby residents. The proposed changes include the … Read More
Drivers Risk Licence Suspension as 1.2 Million Hold Active Speeding Penalty Points, DVLA Reveals Wednesday, May 20, 2026 dvla speeding penalties licence disqualification motoring uk drivers traffic law New data from the DVLA exposes a rising trend in speeding offences across the UK, with over 1.2 million drivers currently holding active penalty points related to speeding. This marks the third consecutive year of increase … Read More
Olton Golf Club Receives Licence to Serve Alcohol to Public for Special Events Sunday, May 10, 2026 olton golf solihull licence alcohol events hospitality neighbours noise licensing sport Olton Golf Club in Solihull has successfully obtained a premises licence that allows it to sell alcohol to the general public during specific events. Previously, the club operated under a ‘Club Premises Certificate’ dating … Read More
New DVLA Rule May Lead to More Over-70s Losing Their Driving Licences Sunday, May 10, 2026 dvla eyesight licence over70s driving road safety government regulations medical renewal The Government is set to tighten regulations for drivers over the age of 70, increasing the likelihood that more older motorists will be taken off the roads. As part of a new road safety initiative, mandatory eyesight tests … Read More