14 h. ago Expert warns anyone drinking tonight may not be safe to drive on New Year's Day

A driving expert has warned New Year's Eve revellers they could face unlimited fines and driving bans if caught over the legal limit the morning after partying, as common "sobering up" myths are debunked

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14 h. ago New Year's Eve warning to anyone planning on driving the next day

A driving expert has issued a warning to anyone planning on having a few drinks to celebrate New Year's Eve and then driving the next day, with several factors to be mindful of

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22 h. ago Eurostar latest LIVE: Passengers stuck on trains for hours overnight as Channel Tunnel disruption continues

Eurostar says it plans to run all services on New Year’s Eve - but warns delays and last-minute cancellations are possible

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65 h. ago Scots schoolboy, 13, in hospital after horror Boxing Day crash between dirt bike and Mercedes

A SCOTS schoolboy was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after a horror crash between a dirt bike and Mercedes motor. The collision happened on Boxing Day on Peat Road in Glasgow near the junction with Dunside Drive. The alarm was raised at around 5.35pm following the smash which involved a grey 125cc M2R off...

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4 d. ago Boxing Day installation of new railway bridge deemed ‘fantastic achievement’

During an intense nine-day period of work, the bridge was then carefully driven into its final position on December 26.

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5 d. ago Christmas Day driveway chaos as person seen wrestling with police officers

Multiple police cars and two ambulances rushed to a village street in Greatham on Christmas Day evening after reports of an altercation involving a group of people

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5 d. ago Christmas Day 'shock' as neighbours watch person grapple with police on driveway

Christmas Day ended in dramatic style on a village street as a person was seen wrestling with police on a driveway

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5 d. ago Millions are forced onto roads with nearly 20million car journeys made today as Christmas rail shutdown continues on Boxing Day

Drivers are being warned to expect a surge in post-Christmas Day traffic as thousands of people will be hitting up the Boxing Day sales or visiting loved ones.

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9 d. ago Last chance warning to drivers filling up at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons this week

CHRISTMAS is a busy time for many, with lots of people travelling to meet friends and family to celebrate the big day. But drivers have been warned not to make one big mistake before they set off for their turkey dinners. Customers hoping to fill up at a petrol station on Christmas Day have been...

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1 week ago UK drivers to face busiest day of traffic yet as experts warn of millions taking Christmas trips

The week is expected to see over eight million journeys on roads across the country as poor weather is likely to continue to cause disruption for drivers ahead of festivities

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1 week ago Driver, 31, who killed a man as he mowed down pedestrians in Christmas Day car rampage in London's West End is convicted of murder

Anthony Gilheaney (pictured), 31, launched a series of unprovoked and violent attacks against five people in the early hours of December 25 2024.

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1 week ago Driver who killed man and hurt others in Christmas Day rampage guilty of murder

Anthony Gilheaney, 31, launched a series of violent attacks against five people in the early hours of December 25 2024.

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1 week ago Driver who hit pedestrians at random in West End Christmas Day 'carnage' found guilty of murder

Anthony Gilheaney drove a random strangers during the West End Christmas Day ‘carnage’

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2 w. ago Driver, 31, admits killing pedestrian in Christmas Day car rampage in London's West End

Anthony Gilheaney, 31, is on trial at the Old Bailey accused of launching a series of unprovoked attacks against five people in the early hours of December 25 2024.

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2 w. ago Delivery driver with 'massive backlog' reportedly takes unusual step

It's by far the busiest time of year for delivery drivers. With less than two weeks left until Christmas Day, many of us are still waiting for presents to be delivered so we can get them wrapped

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2 w. ago Driver accused of Christmas Day car attacks in London’s West End says he was a ‘coward’

Anthony Gilheaney is on trial at the Old Bailey accused of using his Mercedes to run over five pedestrians during the early hours of December 25 2024

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3 w. ago Kevin Sinfield plotting next charity drive 24 hours after finishing fundraiser

Just one day after finishing his latest charity drive, where he took on seven ultra-marathons in a week, Kevin Sinfield is already planning his next big fundraising challenge

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3 w. ago Driver accused of mowing down five pedestrians in Christmas Day carnage on Shaftesbury Avenue 'tried to kill gay couple in a homophobic attack', court hears

Anthony Gilheaney, 30, is accused of ploughing his car into pedestrians in the early hours of December 25, 2024 - killing 25-year-old Aidan Chapman and seriously injuring four others.

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4 w. ago Drive another day: James Bond Aston Martin DB5 that was bought for £900 is reborn

Welshman John Williams - a welder and garage owner by trade - was just 18 when, in 1972, he set himself the target of buying his dream car: an Aston Martin DB5.

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4 w. ago Fearless Robin Smith and his square cuts gave hope to his England team | Tanya Aldred

Smith stood up to West Indies bowling and scored centuries against Australia in the most demanding of circumstancesA Robin Smith square cut was more than a whipcrack snap of the bat. For English cricket fans of the late 80s and early 90s, it was a nudge in the ribs that, underneath the pastings, the dismal collapses and Rentaghost selections, the national team would fight another day.Smith’s cut, alongside a David Gower cover drive, gave hope where there was little left in the bucket. Those famous forearms – half oak, half baobab – the white shirt unbuttoned past the clavicle, the chain glinting through his chest hair, smelt enticingly like bravery, and old spice and one last throw of the dice. Continue reading...

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