Court rejects 'car moved itself' claim in boy's death
A crash investigator dismissed a driver's claim his electric car accelerated on its own, killing a 5-year-old in Borough. The Old Bailey trial continues.
Category : Roads Traffic
Mum and baby hit by van in Surrey fail-to-stop crash
A young mother and her baby were hospitalised after a white van struck them on a Surrey road and fled. Surrey Police are urgently seeking witnesses and dashcam footage from the January 6 incident.
Family Campaigns for Stricter Driver Eyesight Tests
A son demands urgent reform of UK driving licence laws after his mother was killed by a driver with severe eyesight issues. His 'Sight Safe' campaign calls for mandatory eye tests.
Schoolchildren hurt in icy Reading coach crash
Nine children were among 19 injured after a school coach and bus collided on an icy slip road near Reading. Two were hospitalised as emergency services dealt with the aftermath.
Pedestrian dies after collision with police car in Southwark
A man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene after being hit by a marked Met Police vehicle on an emergency call. The IOPC has launched an independent investigation.
Driver jailed for killing 'larger-than-life' Croydon barber
David Haggard sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after fatal collision on Croydon Lane in March 2023. Read the full story.
Government Lowers Drink-Drive Limit in Safety Strategy
The UK government announces a new road safety strategy, lowering the drink-drive limit in England and Wales and introducing eye tests for over-70s. Aim: cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
New Road Safety Plans 'Not Enough' Say Bereaved Families
Bereaved families and the AA criticise the government's new road safety strategy as insufficient, calling for Graduated Driving Licences to protect young drivers.
Woman dies in A10 layby crash, Porsche driver arrested
A woman in her 60s died after being struck by a car on the A10 near Broxbourne. A Porsche driver has been arrested. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
Police incident closes Borough High Street, diverts buses
A police incident has forced a partial closure of Borough High Street in London since early Tuesday morning, causing significant disruption to six bus routes. Get the latest traffic updates here.
UK Plans Lower Drink-Drive Limit to Cut Road Deaths
The UK government unveils a new road safety plan aiming to cut deaths by 65% by 2035, including a controversial proposal to lower England and Wales's drink-drive limit. Read the full details.
New Road Safety Plan 'Misses Opportunity' to Protect Youth
The government's new road safety strategy promises eye tests for over-70s and a lower drink-drive limit, but bereaved families and the AA say it fails to protect young motorists. Read why campaigners demand more.
Gov Road Strategy & Trump Diplomacy: Key Plans for UK Drivers
The UK government's new road safety strategy, impacting every driver, is unveiled. Plus, navigating Trump's unpredictability and an AI surge in Parliament. Listen to the full podcast analysis.
New road safety plan criticised by AA and bereaved families
The government's new road safety strategy proposes longer learning periods and lower drink-drive limits, but campaigners say it fails to protect young drivers. Read the full analysis.
New UK Road Safety Strategy: Lower Drink-Drive Limit
The UK government unveils its first major road safety plan in 20 years, lowering the drink-drive limit and proposing a 6-month minimum learning period. Critics say it fails to protect young drivers.
Drink-drive limit cut in new UK road safety plan
The UK government plans to lower the drink-drive limit and introduce alcohol locks in a bid to cut road deaths. New rules for learner and older drivers are also proposed.
New UK Road Safety Strategy Targets 65% Cut in Deaths
The UK government announces its first road safety strategy in a decade, proposing tougher drink-drive limits, mandatory eye tests for over-70s, and compulsory emergency braking in new cars to dramatically reduce casualties by 2035.
Mother's road safety campaign leads to new 'Dev's Law'
Meera Naran, whose son died in a smart motorway crash, welcomes new UK road safety strategy mandating life-saving vehicle technology. Her campaign has been pivotal in shaping the government's plan to cut casualties.
Learner drivers could face six-month test wait
The government proposes a mandatory 3-6 month learning period for new drivers in England and Wales to improve road safety. Find out how this could affect you.
Driver needs 8 attempts at breathalyser, 4x over limit
Vincent Lime, 36, was so intoxicated he struggled to provide a roadside sample. He was banned for 30 months after pleading guilty at Swindon Magistrates' Court.
Storm Goretti Brings Fresh Snow and Wind Disruption
The UK faces further travel chaos and school closures as Storm Goretti hits with heavy snow and strong winds. Warnings are in place across England and Wales.
Camden faces five weeks of road closures in January
Major disruption hits Camden as HS2 and utility works trigger multiple road closures throughout January 2026, with some streets shut for up to five weeks. Plan your journey.
Woman and baby hurt in Croydon border hit-and-run
A woman in her 20s and a baby were hospitalised after a hit-and-run on the A22 Godstone Road in Whyteleafe. Surrey Police appeal for witnesses and footage.
Forklift driver moves parked car blocking lorry in Birmingham
A forklift driver in Birmingham took matters into his own hands to move a badly parked Volkswagen Tiguan. The incident mirrors a 2022 case where a farmer was cleared for similar actions. Read the full story.
Albert Bridge fines hit £2.5m in 14 months
A West London bridge has generated over £2.6m in fines from drivers ignoring a 3-tonne weight limit. Discover why this 'Trembling Lady' is a council cash cow.
Tower Hamlets road closures for January 2026
Drivers in East London face weeks of disruption as seven key routes in Tower Hamlets close for works in January 2026. See the full list and plan your journey.
Eye Tests for Over-70s Drivers Proposed in Safety Plan
UK government consults on mandatory eye and cognitive tests for drivers over 70 to improve road safety. New strategy aims to cut deaths by 65% by 2035. Read the full details.
Islington Road Closures & Works Cause January Disruption
Essential works in Islington will close roads for up to 11 days in January. Plan your route around Finsbury Park, Highbury Corner & City Road closures.
Mandatory Eye Tests Proposed for Over-70s Drivers
The UK government's new road safety strategy, to be published Wednesday, proposes mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 and higher fines for uninsured motorists. Aim: cut road deaths 65% by 2035.
Government Plans New Road Rules for Over-70s Drivers
UK government to unveil road safety strategy with mandatory eye tests for over-70s and higher fines for uninsured drivers. Aim: cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
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