8 h. ago People risking £20,000 fines if they remove common plant from their garden

Gardening professionals shared some of the lesser-known laws around the UK, the potential fines for breaking them and what to be aware of before you start digging around your garden

Economics

8 h. ago MSP behind proposals to criminalise buying sex accuses “pimp lobby” of normalising exploitation of women

The proposed new laws would mean people paying for prostitution could be fines of up to £10,000 and face jail time.

Events

34 h. ago Gardeners face hefty £5,000 fine this autumn if they make one easy mistake

As we begin clearing gardens for winter, many people don't realise that a simple green waste bag could land them with a hefty fine - and it's not just the council who can penalise you

Economics

36 h. ago DVLA urges anyone with personalised number plate to check now or risk £1,000 fine

The DVLA says drivers could be in for a £1,000 fine if they don't take immediate action

Economics

38 h. ago Government should not cut cash Isa allowance, says Treasury Committee

The MPs said the focus should instead be on improving financial literacy and enhancing access to good investment advice and guidance.

Politics

43 h. ago NFL hands down $315k in fines over Giants’ concussion protocol violations

Giants fined $200k over concussion protocol breachDaboll docked $100k and Skattebo $15k for misconductLeague: violations created ‘perception’ of interferenceThe New York Giants, head coach Brian Daboll and running back Cam Skattebo have been fined for violating the NFL’s concussion protocol during an evaluation of rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart in the team’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles, the league and NFL Players Association announced Friday.The Giants were hit with a $200,000 fine for breaching the protocol, while Daboll was fined $100,000 and Skattebo $15,000 for conduct detrimental to the league. Continue reading...

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47 h. ago Wolves boss Vitor Pereira fined £15,000 for kicking ball at dugout

Pereira lost his cool and booteda spare match ball at the dugout during their 1-1 draw with Brighton earlier this month

Economics

48 h. ago Drivers at risk of £1,000 fine if they ignore this key letter

Motorists could be sent a Section 172 notice and a Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP) if it is believed they're vehicle was used to commit an offence, such as speeding or a red light camera offence

Economics

54 h. ago Chess: Fide to ‘discipline’ Kramnik over Naroditsky cheating allegations

The Fide president, Arkady Dvorkovich, said that Kramnik, who is accused of unfounded allegations against Naroditsky, will be referred to its ethics disciplinary committeeFide has responded to the death of Daniel Naroditsky by promising to take faster action over allegations by former world champion Vladimir Kramnik, which were made without significant evidence.The Fide president, Arkady Dvorkovich, announced on Wednesday that the case will be referred to its ethics and disciplinary committee, which has the power to ban players for life. The omens for that are not promising. A similar referral of the Magnus Carlsen v Hans Niemann episode at the 2022 Sinquefield Cup took more than a year, and produced just a €10,000 fine for Carlsen and no other penalties. Continue reading...

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68 h. ago Major bargain chain is forced to shut superstore over ‘severe RAT infestation’

A POPULAR UK retailer has closed a city store following a 'severe rat infestation'. The brand, which has more than 200 UK stores altogether, received a £250,000 fine. Environmental health officers made the discovery at The Range in Enfield's Suez Road store. There was reportedly strong smell of urine and faeces in the shop, along...

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3 d. ago Avoid packing 'absolute no' foods when flying which could see you fined £5,000

A viral video showing a woman freezing her açaí bowl to get it past security has sparked a warning from experts, who say the hack could lead to a £5,000 fine for UK travellers

Economics

5 d. ago DVLA warning as these drivers 'must' act or face £1,000 fine

It is also important to make sure you meet the legal requirements

Events

6 d. ago Revealed: 500,000 penalty tickets for drivers who failed to pay Silvertown and Blackwall tunnel tolls

About 100,000 fines a month - each with a face value of £180 - have been issued since Sadiq Khan introduced the road charges in April

Events

6 d. ago London Police Accused of Arresting Jewish Lawyer for Wearing Star of David, Calling It ‘Antagonizing’ to Protesters

London Police Accused of Arresting Jewish Lawyer for Wearing Star of David, Calling It ‘Antagonizing’ to Protesters  Combat Antisemitism Movement

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7 d. ago Moment Britain's Got Talent hopeful, 17, is arrested by police and fined £1,000 for busking

Charlie Wilson, 17, was cuffed by a police officer and threatened with a £1,000 fine while he was busking in the town centre of Bury, Greater Manchester.

Events

7 d. ago Jewish lawyer detained in London after wearing Star of David at pro

Jewish lawyer detained in London after wearing Star of David at pro-Palestinian protest  Ynetnews

Politics

7 d. ago NHS staff fury as they're hit with parking fines while at work

Data from just 17 NHS trusts show more than 25,000 fines have been given to NHS workers during 2024, sparking an angry reaction from their representatives

Events

9 d. ago Five common health conditions drivers must tell DVLA about or risk £1,000 fine

Drivers could be prosecuted for not informing the DVLA about changes to their health if they get into an accident

Economics

9 d. ago Former West Ham player Said Benrahma fined after his XL bully dogs attack golden retriever

Algeria winger Said Benrahma has been fined $16,000 for owning dangerous dogs that attacked a golden retriever in 2023 when he played for West Ham

Sport

1 week ago DVLA issues 'do it now' message to drivers aged 70 and above

Failing to adhere to this rule could land you a fine of up to £1,000

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