3 h. ago Road safety fears as learner drivers using earpieces and imposters to cheat tests spike nearly 50%

LEARNER drivers have been using earpieces and drafting in impersonators to take their theory and practical tests, a fresh investigation has found. The number of candidates who have attempted to cheat on exams has spiked by 47% over the last year. According to figures from DVSA, around 2,844 cases of passing driving tests illegally were...

Transport

16 h. ago All the changes impacting UK drivers under new road safety plans

The proposed new measures are currently under consultation

Transport

34 h. ago UK drivers face major road signs change as certain word to be removed

The terminology switch is part of a wider road safety plan

Transport

7 d. ago New roads campaign warning young drivers in Lanarkshire that speed kills

“Real Roads Don’t Reset” a powerful new gaming-themed initiative launched by the Scottish Government, Road Safety Scotland and Police Scotland.

Events

1 week ago DfT alert over road hazard that causes hundreds of crashes a year

The Government has proposed major legal changes to improve road safety

Events

1 week ago Scotland 'must follow Wales' and legally enforce 20mph speed limit in built

EXCLUSIVE: The Scottish Greens argue the law must be changed to ensure a nationwide approach to 20mph speed limits and improve road safety.

Politics

1 week ago QUENTIN LETTS: Why does Labour so hate pubs? Is it because people gather in such places to ask one another 'isn't Starmer a pillock?'

Roads minister Lilian Greenwood, removing the L plates from her bonnet, nosed into the fast lane. Our Lilian, conscientious but underpowered, was making a Commons statement on road safety

Politics

1 week ago Strictly star John Whaite reveals he has been rushed to hospital after being run over in near

The Great British Bake Off star, 36, took to Instagram to recall the terrifying moment he 'rolled over the bonnet, went splat on the road before crawling to safety'.

Politics

1 week ago Learner drivers face major test rule change under new safety plans

A major rule change may see learner drivers waiting six months between their theory and practical tests

Politics

1 week ago Learner drivers could have to wait six months before taking test under new strategy

The first road safety review in over ten years was published today

Politics

1 week ago Learner drivers may have to wait six months before taking test thanks to new rules

Leaners could have to wait six months between their theory and practical tests

Politics

1 week ago New drivers to face minimum learning period of up to six months

The UK Government will consult on whether to introduce a minimum learning period of three or six months as part of its road safety strategy.

Politics

2 w. ago New crackdown on ghost plates after Mail probe: MOT will now check your reg plate with penalty points for those who fail, plus new powers for DVLA on gangs in driving blitz

Motorists who use number plates invisible to road cameras face penalty points and having their vehicles seized under new plans to improve road safety launched today.

Events

2 w. ago Scots over 70 face driving ban if they fail mandatory eye test under road safety reforms

Driver training and testing is a reserved matter - meaning any changes to licensing are applied UK-wide.

Events

2 w. ago Motoring expert calls for mandatory eye tests for over 70s on eve of Road Safety Review publication

A new road safety strategy is expected to be laid out on Wednesday

Transport

2 w. ago Almost 200 schools in Northern Ireland remain closed amid icy conditions

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins paid tribute to gritting teams working on the road network.

Politics

2 w. ago Eye tests for older drivers and tighter alcohol limits could be introduced under road safety plans

The government’s road safety strategy aims to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads by 65 per cent by 2035

Transport

2 w. ago Potential eye tests for drivers over 70 in new road safety plans

Elderly drivers may have to take eye tests

Transport

2 w. ago New plans could see uninsured drivers hit with higher fines and tougher penalties

These plans will feature in the upcoming Road Safety Strategy as part of a wider consultation on motoring offences

Events

2 w. ago Motorists warned against driving with snow on roof or risk little

Road safety expert warns of common winter driving mistakes as snow warnings issued across UK

Events