Over 37,000 Drivers Lose Licences Amid New DVLA Eyesight Crackdown Sunday, April 5, 2026 dvla eyesight driving licence safety seniors vision regulations roadsafety ageing Over 37,000 drivers have had their driving licences revoked after failing to meet eyesight standards, as the DVLA prepares to enforce tougher rules. Data obtained through a Freedom of Information request by Marshall Motor … Read More
Birmingham Dad Banned from Driving After Being Found Drunk and Incoherent by Police Saturday, March 21, 2026 drivingban alcohol birmingham court sentencing family hardship police licence offence Adam Whitmore, a 36-year-old father from Hindhead Road, Birmingham, has been banned from driving for 28 days after police found him incoherent and over the legal alcohol limit. The incident occurred on Woodfield Road on … Read More
DVLA May Restrict Driving for Users of Three Common Medications Sunday, March 15, 2026 dvla driving medication opioids tranquillisers antidepressants safety regulations licence law The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) may restrict driving privileges for individuals taking certain commonly prescribed medications. Officials advise drivers to “avoid driving” if their medication … Read More
'Painful listening' busker criticism in Midland sparks community support and calls to leave them be Thursday, March 12, 2026 buskers midland community socialmedia charity music performance licence criticism support A social media post criticizing buskers in Midland for being “painful listening” and playing too loudly has sparked a strong backlash from the local community, who have stood up to defend the performers. On … Read More
Drug dealer on licence accused of stamping mother to death in Leicester Monday, March 9, 2026 murder cannabis crime trial leicester drugdealer prison licence assault manslaughter A drug dealer who was on licence from prison is on trial for the murder of Nila Patel, a 56-year-old mother who died after being stamped in a violent attack, Leicester Crown Court heard. Chukwuemeka Ahanonu, 23, allegedly … Read More
New Road Safety Campaign Targets Drivers Over 70 with Focus on Three Key Precautions Friday, February 13, 2026 driving safety olderdrivers licence health roadconditions winter awareness accidents prevention A new road safety campaign in Northern Ireland is calling on drivers over the age of 70 to be extra vigilant on the roads. The Commissioner for Older People has championed the Share the Road to Zero initiative, aiming to … Read More