Havering car parks close for 40 new homes
Two underused car parks in Hornchurch will be replaced by 40 new homes. A new £1 two-hour parking rate is being trialled to support local traders. Read the latest.
Two underused car parks in Hornchurch will be replaced by 40 new homes. A new £1 two-hour parking rate is being trialled to support local traders. Read the latest.
Primrose Hill will be locked shut on New Year's Eve 2025, ending a popular tradition for thousands. The closure follows the scrapping of the Royal Parks police and safety concerns after a fatal stabbing in 2023.
Primrose Hill, a major London viewpoint, will be closed for New Year's Eve 2025 following a fatal stabbing and a car incident. The 'iron curtain' decision sparks local debate. Read the full story.
Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park and others to shut on Dec 31 for safety. Plan your NYE as official viewing areas are not available in the parks.
UK High Streets saw a Boxing Day footfall decline, with central London down 7.7%. Discover why retail parks surged 6.7% and what it means for 2026.
Early data reveals a strong start to Boxing Day sales with retail park visits rising 6.9%. Analysts note a shift towards leisure-focused, full-day outings over pure bargain hunting. Discover the latest UK retail trends.
UK Boxing Day sales saw a shift in shopper habits, with high street footfall down 2.4% while retail parks surged 6.9%. Central London declined 7.7% as consumers sought convenience and coastal day trips.
Discover why Victoria Park in East London is the ideal spot for a post-Christmas stroll. Explore its NYC Central Park feel, historic pagoda, and festive cafes for a perfect Boxing Day outing.
Discover eight stunning London parks and green spaces for the perfect Boxing Day stroll. From Richmond Park's deer to Thames Path views, find your ideal post-Christmas walk.
A mechanic reveals a clever four-step method to quickly clear frost from your windscreen using your car's own systems. Learn the expert tips to save time and avoid fines this winter.
Seventy years after Rosa Parks's arrest, a historian reveals the long, uncertain struggle behind the iconic boycott. Discover the true cost of courage and its lessons for today.
The US Interior Department has removed Martin Luther King Jr Day and Juneteenth from its list of free-entry days for national parks, adding Donald Trump's birthday instead. Read the full details and implications.
A driver miraculously survived after launching his Mercedes over a roundabout in Romania. The 49-year-old, who fainted, suffered multiple fractures. Watch the viral footage.
On the 70th anniversary of the Montgomery bus boycott, we examine the quieter, systemic racism in housing that continues to ravage Black communities, as seen through Rosa Parks' vacant Detroit home.
UK electric vehicle drivers warned of hefty penalties for common winter errors. Learn Kia's essential tips to stay safe, legal, and avoid fines up to £11,000 this season.
A London construction worker is in shock after winning a brand-new £47,000 Cupra Terramar in an online spot-the-ball competition. After two years of playing, Amaniel Haile was surprised at work by BOTB. Read his incredible story.
Zipcar is shutting its UK business, removing its shared fleet from London streets. We explore the impact on communities and the future of car-sharing in Britain.
Gareth Butterfield reveals five simple, no-cost checks to keep your car running in freezing conditions and avoid a winter breakdown. Essential reading for UK drivers.
Car-sharing giant Zipcar is set to halt its UK service, suspending new bookings from 31 December 2025. Get the latest details on the consultation and what it means for members.
Disney creative chief Bruce Vaughn reveals constant phone use breaks the magic. New Meta partnership offers smart glasses solution. Would you wear them?
Discover Honor Oak Park, a South London hidden gem offering breathtaking 360-degree city views from One Tree Hill. Explore its history and how to find it. Plan your visit today!
Tributes paid to Amie Pearson, 26, and Chelsea Carlisle, 29, killed in Pleasley collision. Nine-year-old boy suffers life-changing injuries. 18-year-old arrested.
Matt Browne shares his distressing battle with a parking firm after a ticket machine error led to a £100 fine while buying slippers for his dying father. Read his full story.
Discover why Brockwell Park is London's top winter walk, featuring a historic Grade II-listed pub, The Half Moon, named one of the best in the UK. Plan your perfect weekend outing.
70 years after Rosa Parks' protest, explore how civil disobedience faces new challenges in today's political climate. Discover the organised resistance behind the myth.
The AA reveals a simple 20p coin test to check tyre tread depth this winter. Ensure your safety and avoid £2,500 fines with this essential driver check.
After failing the manual driving test four times, one learner shares her journey to passing in an automatic car and why manual may no longer be essential. Discover the rising trend in automatic tests.
Motorists across the UK are being warned they could face fines up to £80 for engine idling during cold mornings. Learn how to avoid penalties and stay compliant with local council regulations.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pushing the EU to reconsider its 2035 combustion engine ban, advocating for hybrid car exemptions to protect jobs and the climate. Read the latest developments.
Two women in their 20s have died and a nine-year-old boy suffered life-changing injuries in a Derbyshire car crash. An 18-year-old man has been arrested. Police are appealing for witnesses.