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The common mistake which could land drivers with a fine and three points in icy weather Motoring experts have issued a warning as snow and ice hits the region Updated A motorist scrapes the ice from a car windscreen (Image: PA) Sign up to our free newsletter for the top North Wales stories sent straight to your e-mail Invalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign up now! When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they�...

Fines double for driving while using mobile phone By TPN/Lusa, in News · 07-01-2021 14:46:00 · 0 Comments Changes to the Highway Code approved in November come into force on 8 January, with increased fines for using the mobile phone behind the wheel and the loss of three points on the driving licence. The price of fines for mobi...

Experts say the best way to save money is to shop around for new agreements (Image: Getty) Compare the Market says average premiums have dropped £48 since the start of the pandemic as a result of these changes. Following the second lockdown, the average premium in November fell by £25 from the previous month to £691. This was the lowest monthly figure since March with the cheapest premium on the market also down to £591 compared to £610 in October. Mr Hutson added: “Cheaper premiums this...

What can you do if someone parks on your drive - and six other parking problems answered How long can a vehicle be parked in the street? How long can a car be parked on a street? Never miss another Leicestershire story by signing up to our free email updatesInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign up When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or service...

You could get a £5,000 fine for driving home on Christmas Day People could face nine points and a hefty fine if they make a common festive mistake Updated The video will auto-play soon8Cancel Play now On what could be a massive day for Liverpool - sign up for the Liverpool Echo newsletter so you dont miss the big storiesInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Subscribe When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they�...

Parking in Inverness: What action can you take if someone parks outside your home? By Alistair Whitfield  |  Updated: 15:35, 21 December 2020 Get the Inverness Courier sent to your inbox every week and swipe through an exact replica of the days newspaper All road users have the same right to park anywhere on the public highway as long as their vehicle is taxed and insured and they do not contravene parking restrictions. The number of cars on residential streets has increased, causing a sur...

287 shares Working in partnership with the police, drivers spotted tailgating by the cameras will receive a warning letter in the post.  The organisation is not looking to prosecute drivers but instead wants to reinforce the message to leave a gap between vehicles. Highways England’s Head of Road Safety Jeremy Philips said the cameras are there to make drivers aware of their behaviour and encourage better driving. He said: These new cameras have, sadly, highlighted just how many people are d...

AS the winter nights kick in and UK roads are blasted by rain, sleet and snow, many drivers will start to panic. Uswitch car insurance expert, Florence Codjoe, said: “Drivers often feel less confident during the winter, as there’s a lot of uncertainty when it comes to the law. “When faced with harsh weather conditions, we urge drivers to prioritise their safety before heading out on the roads, as not only could you increase the risk of a road accident, you could also invalidate your...

Three driving mistakes that could get you fined up to £5,000 this Christmas There are three things in particular you should be aware of when driving at Christmas, as you could end up being fined up to £5,000 and invalidating your insurance policy James RodgerRegional Content Editor Updated The video will auto-play soon8Cancel Play now Join the Secret Elves to get first access to our exclusive reviews of the must-have products this year.Invalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try a...

The Volkswagen driver ignored the red flashing lights for the crossing in East Sussex. Video footage shows how the vehicle managed to stop about a yard away from the tracks. The barrier from the level crossing had come down onto the roof of the car. Footage showed the vehicle first attempting to back up, before the motorist got out of the car. A huge Network Rail freight train then passed by, with the Volkswagen stranded. The incident happened on the A259 at East Guldeford in East S...