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Drivers ‘unconvinced on 20 mph rollout’
The efficacy of plans to introduce a blanket rollout of 20 mph zones in urban areas across the country have been questioned in the results of a new poll from the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). Drivers up and down the country remain unconvinced regarding the suitability of a widespread replacement for 30 mph speed […]
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Brake: Zero tolerance for at-work drink drivers
Road safety charity Brake has called for a zero tolerance approach to individuals who are found to be over the legal alcohol limit while in charge of a vehicle at work. According to research published part of the organisation's ongoing Fleet Safety Forum, more than half of all businesses with staff who drive as part […]
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Brake supports 20 mph scheme in Norfolk
Road safety charity Brake is supporting a community-funded campaign in Yaxham, Norfolk to have roads in the vicinity of a local primary school rebranded with 20 mph speed limits. The local authority took action four years ago to install zig-zag markings outside Yaxham Primary School in a bid to improve the safety of pupils, but […]
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IAM: Avoid the temptation to drink and drive
People up and down the country will be planning to enjoy the (hopefully) sunny months ahead by socialising with friends and family, while many will enjoy a drink or two at the same time. As a result, millions of Britons will face the temptation of drinking and then taking to the roads, but this a […]
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Labour set out empty homes target
Labour leader Ed Miliband has set out his party's aim to tackle the ongoing problem of empty homes across the country, but particularly in London. Addressing crowds at the launch of Labour's official campaign ahead of the European Parliamentary elections later this month, he argued the UK faces an ongoing housing crisis and accused Tory […]
Read moreBrake welcomes tougher penalties for unlicensed drivers
Road safety charity Brake has welcomed the government's announcement of the introduction of new tougher penalties for individuals who cause death or injuries while driving without a licence. Justice secretary Chris Grayling has outlined plans to introduce longer sentences for individuals involved in serious accidents while driving without a licence, including new maximum prison sentences […]
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Plans to double empty home charges in Angus
Individuals who own empty properties in Angus, Scotland could soon face higher levels of tax following the announcement of new plans by Angus Council. The local authority is attempting to clamp down on the number of unoccupied homes across its area and believes hitting owners in the pocket is one of the best ways to […]
Read more120 mph chase for learner driver
A learner driver has been sentenced to six months at a young offenders' institute after taking Lincolnshire police on a chase, with their vehicle travelling at speeds of up to 120 mph. Aaron Wintin, just 17 at the time of his offence, appeared before Lincoln Crown Court this week (April 28th) and pleaded guilty to […]
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Businesses ‘soldier on despite subsidence’
Companies situated on the Brighton waterfront are weathering the storm of a collapse of the seafront promenade following subsidence in the area. A number of businesses on Kings Road have been affected by a major cave in of the route following routine work to repair a leak at the Fortune of War pub in the […]
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Stabilisation plans for Edinburgh mining land
Plans have been announced in Edinburgh to stabilise land that was previously shown to have issues with subsidence following mining operations in the area. The Edmonstone Estate near Little France is set to undergo major stabilisation works over the coming years in order to facilitate the construction of hundreds of new homes in the area, […]
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