9 h. ago UK government issues update on using Blue Badge while on holiday in Europe

Some countries allow you to use your Blue Badge to park

Politics

35 h. ago Government issues new 'pay per mile' driving tax update after being questioned by MP

The government has not officially confirmed the introduction of a pay-per-mile system, but some early estimates suggest that drivers could be charged up to 15p per mile.

Politics

4 d. ago What time Sunday's emergency alert test happens and how to turn it off

The Government has used the system to issue real warnings five times, including in January during Storm Eowyn to warn people in Scotland and Northern Ireland about severe weather

Events

6 d. ago New Blue Badge update for people on PIP with a disability or long

The Blue Badge scheme is currently being used by more than 3.2 million people across Great Britain.

Politics

8 d. ago Watersports centre that's helped thousands of children is being forced to close after 13 years

The Welsh Government has issued notice that would require Swansea Watersports to vacate the site

Politics

8 d. ago Energy drinks ban for teens latest as Welsh Government gives update on whether it will follow England

Cardiff Bay was asked its own policy on the issue after the ban was put forward by the UK Labour Government

Politics

9 d. ago Older people can claim DWP heating support worth up to £300 from this date this month

The UK Government has confirmed that Winter Fuel Payments will be issued automatically to around nine million people in England and Wales

Economics

1 week ago All parents told to do two things before kids go back to school

The Government has issued a reminder to parents ahead of the new school year

Politics

1 week ago Government Council Tax update says some people don't need to pay

Government chiefs have issued an update, as some people may not realise they are exempt from Council Tax bills

Politics

1 week ago UK Government issue alert to anyone with a Windows or Apple device

Our devices are at risk and some people may not remember to do this one simple thing

Politics

1 week ago Civil rights groups alarmed over Quebec’s move to ban prayer in public

Announcement follows statements from Quebec premier, who expressed frustration over public prayers in MontrealQuebec says it will ban prayer in public, a move that civil rights groups described as an “alarming measure” that targets religious minority groups and would infringe on “basic democratic freedoms”.The province’s secularism minister, Jean-François Roberge, said the move had been prompted by the “proliferation of street prayer” which he described as “a serious and sensitive issue” adding that the government had watched with “unease”. Roberge said the government would introduce legislation in the fall. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Emma Caldwell public inquiry demand as family 'lose trust' in Crown Office

Lawyer Aamer Anwar issued a statement following a meeting with the Scottish Government justice secretary Angela Constance.

Society

1 week ago Government issues 'red alert' as Brits in six places urged 'act NOW'

Brits have been urged to take action and move to higher ground or upper floors after heavy rain overnight sent floodwaters surging into low-lying areas in Cornwall

Politics

2 w. ago Blue Badge update for people with a temporary health condition

Councils have the power to provide ‘locally determined parking concessions within their areas’.

Politics

2 w. ago Three new DVLA rules for drivers 'start this week' as Government issues update

The changes have been introduced by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)

Politics

2 w. ago Federal Reserve governor 'fired' by Trump issues scathing rebuke claiming president has no authority over central bank

Cook's sacking was the first in the 111-year history of the Federal Reserve, as Trump all but guaranteed a replacement that would back the president's calls to slash interest rates.

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2 w. ago Six youthful ways to wear denim for autumn with trending buys from £22

From wide-leg jeans to indigo blue washes, denim gets a fresh update for autumn with trending buys from River Island, Sainsbury's and Matalan

Economics

4 w. ago New DVLA rules mean drivers face 'biggest change in decades'

As safety on the UK's roads and motorways continues to remain an issue, the government is expected to introduce some significant changes to the rules for motorists

Politics

4 w. ago DWP crackdown on benefit fraud as woman jailed for wrongly claiming £110,000

The UK Government has issued a stern warning that benefit fraud will be detected and prosecuted to the full extent of the law, following the sentencing of a Manchester woman to 20 months in prison

Economics