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DVLA revoked my licence, so I couldn’t drive to my dying daughter

She had entered end-of-life care and I relied on my car to get to her, but it hadn’t returned the licence

The Guardian - UK

Pensioner with dementia convicted over unpaid car insurance despite not being able to drive

Court papers indicate the man is currently ‘confused much of the time’

The Independent UK

Older age groups make up growing proportion of driving licence holders

Some 14.8% of licences are currently held by people aged 70 and over.

Evening Standard

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DVLA reveals banned number plates for 2026 as motorists urged to check registrations

New 26 and 76 number plates will be issued next year, but hundreds of combinations have been removed by the DVLA

Evening Standard

Revealed: The 10 vehicles most likely to be stolen as thefts soar

More than 80,000 vehicles stolen between January and September this year, according to new data

The Independent UK

Bogus parking wardens issue fake fine to steal debit card in cashpoint scam in London borough

Authorities ‘ extremely concerned’ by people impersonating parking attendants to carry out scam

Evening Standard

Autistic teenager gets 'extremely distressing' criminal conviction over Christmas gift

The boy’s mother told the court she is “deeply disappointed” at his treatment

Evening Standard

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DVLA Blocks Dozens of '26' Plates as Crude, Political and Offensive Combinations Trigger Fresh Ban List

The DVLA has banned more than 400 number-plate combinations ahead of the 2026 '26' release, citing concerns over offensive, political and socially sensitive meanings.

International Business Times UK

Bedbound pensioner, 84, convicted of not insuring car she'll never use again

An 84-year-old woman who is bedbound and reliant on daily care has been convicted of a driving offence after failing to insure a car she will never drive again

Evening Standard

Pay-per-mile: From trackers to 'clocked' vehicles, all you need to know about the new electric car tax

Government plans for electric vehicles explained: how the 500,000 London EV drivers will pay and how their bills will be calculated

Evening Standard

Teenager gets criminal conviction over £1.67 bill on surprise birthday gift in new fast-track court scandal

The prosecution of the teenager happened in the controversial Single Justice Procedure

Evening Standard

Prince Andrew Drops His ‘Duke of York’ Plates as Epstein Scandal Fallout Deepens

Prince Andrew has removed his trademark “Duke of York” car plates, signaling another quiet retreat from public life amid ongoing controversy.

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Pensioner with dementia in care home convicted in fast-track courts over unpaid £43 car bill

The pensioner’s conviction is the latest scandal to emerge from the controversial Single Justice Procedure

Evening Standard

DVLA announce unexpected change on driving licence applications

The move is hoped to get more young people to take a potentially lifesaving step

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

New blood donor prompt for those applying for driving licence

People will be reminded of the importance of giving blood in official DVLA emails.

The Guardian - UK

‘£850 to skip the queue’: how scammers are exploiting driving test delays

Criminals claim there are ways to get a licence without exams. Accepting puts you at risk of identity theft and even prison

The Independent UK

The DVLA is set to make a big number plate change this week

Prices for the personalised number plates will go as high as £799

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What You Need to Know About Car Scrapping in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide

When your vehicle reaches the end of its road-worthy life, car scrapping becomes an inevitable reality. Whether due to extensive damage, high repair costs, or simply old age, knowing how to properly dispose of your vehicle is crucial for both legal compliance and environmental responsibility. This comprehensive guide will walk…

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Evening Standard

Teenager in hospital battling eating disorder convicted of not paying car insurance in latest shock SJP case

The teenager’s harsh criminal conviction came through the controversial Single Justice Procedure

Evening Standard

Reports of licence plate cloning rise by a third in two years

Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart warned the increase is a result of ‘wider criminality’.

The Guardian - UK

MAD 4 1T: the obsessive collectors who pay big money for personalised number plates

Customised plates often cost more than the car – and yet the number of people queueing up to buy them is at an all‑time high. What’s the appeal?

International Business Times UK

DVLA Warning: Britons Risk £1,000 Fines and Disqualification Over 'Honest' Licence Errors – Check Yours Before It's Too Late

Britons face £1,000 fines and bans over simple DVLA errors in 2025. Check your photocard expiry, update details via GOV.UK, and avoid personal finance hits from expired licences.

The Independent UK

DVLA warning for drivers ahead of new rule change

The DVLA issued the warning ahead of the introduction of the new ‘75’-plated cars

Evening Standard

DVLA makes massive change to classic car registrations - are you affected?

The government say they want to cut the red tape to make owning and maintaining classic cars easier

International Business Times UK

DVLA Car Registration Updates: What They've Changed For The First Time In 40 Years And Who Will Be Affected

DVLA updates decades-old policies, letting classic cars keep original identity after repairs, modifications, or electric conversions starting 26 August 2025.

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