Private parking tickets hit record 15.9 million
Private parking firms issued a record 15.9 million tickets last year, costing drivers up to £4.4m daily. A long-awaited Code of Practice is delayed, as firms face accusations of unfair practices.
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Electric car market growth weakest in nearly two years
UK electric vehicle registrations saw their smallest year-on-year rise since December 2023 in November, as the overall new car market fell by 1.6%. Industry warns new EV tax could threaten green transition.
BoE to stress test private credit and equity firms
The Bank of England launches a major stress test on private credit and equity firms, aiming to assess risks to UK financial stability. Discover the implications for the £8.2tn market.
Electric Car Market Sees Smallest Growth Since 2023
New figures reveal the UK's electric vehicle market grew by just 3.6% in November, its weakest performance in nearly two years. Read the full analysis and industry reaction here.
Labour to impose VAT on private school fees
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.
FAA probes near-collisions involving Trump's private jet
Exclusive: Federal Aviation Administration probes two serious air incidents involving Donald Trump's private aircraft at major US airports, raising aviation safety concerns.
DVLA warning: Personalised number plate scam risk
The DVLA issues urgent alert to drivers with private registrations about a growing scam that could see them lose their valuable plates forever. Essential reading for all personalised plate owners.
Reeves announces tax rises in first Labour budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping tax reforms in her debut budget, targeting private schools, non-doms and private equity in bid to rebuild Britain's economy.
Kids protest Labour's private school tax plan
Dozens of students and parents staged an emotional protest outside Labour's London headquarters, warning that the party's VAT on private schools could devastate family finances and overwhelm state education.
Labour could add VAT to private healthcare bills
Exclusive polling reveals public outrage as Labour considers imposing 20% VAT on private healthcare treatments, making medical care more expensive for millions of Britons.
Labour's private healthcare VAT hits 8 million families
Rachel Reeves' plan to impose VAT on private medical treatments could cost families hundreds of pounds more annually, with experts warning it may overwhelm the NHS as patients return to public healthcare.
Private parking tickets surge 24% hitting UK drivers
British motorists are facing a record onslaught of private parking tickets, with a shocking 24% annual surge in charges. Discover the data behind the £100M industry and how to fight back.
UK's personalised number plate obsession drives record sales
Discover why British motorists are spending fortunes on private registrations, from '25 O' to '1 JH', as DVLA auctions break records and a unique subculture thrives.
UK new car registrations rise 8.2% in January
UK new car registrations rose 8.2% in January 2024, marking a strong start to the year for the automotive industry as electric vehicle demand increases.
Trump could deploy private army in US cities
Exclusive: Donald Trump is reportedly exploring using private security contractors for domestic operations, including immigration enforcement and policing, raising alarming legal and constitutional questions.
DVLA bans 'offensive' number plates for 2025
The DVLA has released its annual list of banned number plates deemed too rude, offensive, or politically incorrect for UK roads. Discover which combinations won't be making it onto new cars next year.
NHS Crisis Forces Record Numbers to Go Private
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in Britons turning to private medical care, driven by unprecedented NHS waiting times and a perceived 'postcode lottery' for treatment. This investigation uncovers the human cost of the healthcare crisis.
Soho House Goes Private in Major $1.1bn Deal
Exclusive members' club Soho House has de-listed from the stock market in a major shift. Discover the implications for its global membership and the future of private hospitality.
Reeves scraps VAT exemption for private schools
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes her opening move by ending VAT exemption for private schools, a key Labour pledge to fund state education. The Treasury confirms the change will proceed despite sector warnings.
Billionaire Backs 'American Exceptionalism' School Chain
Billionaire Jeff Yass, a major Republican donor, is funding a new chain of private schools named 'American Exceptionalism Academies' across four US states, aiming to challenge 'woke' education policies.
Sixth Forms Braced for 'Brutal Competition' Over Labour VAT Plan
Exclusive: A new report reveals sixth forms are bracing for a fierce battle for students as Labour's plan to add VAT to private school fees threatens to drive an exodus back into the state sector, creating a funding and capacity crisis.
Wes Streeting Under Fire Over NHS Privatisation Plans
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting is embroiled in a major row after unions and medical professionals demand he 'comes clean' on plans to use private healthcare providers within the NHS, raising fears of a move towards American-style healthcare.
Holidaymaker's £100 parking fine becomes £1,700 nightmare
A tourist's dream holiday in Cornwall turned into a financial nightmare after a disputed parking fine from a private firm spiralled into a £1,700 court battle. Discover how a common mistake led to a devastating legal loophole.
Pensioner wins landmark court case against parking firm
A retired engineer from Bristol has scored a stunning victory against a major parking firm in a David vs Goliath legal battle, setting a powerful precedent for motorists across the UK.
Reeves Rules Out VAT on Private School Fees
In a significant pre-election promise, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has explicitly committed to not extending VAT to private school fees, offering certainty to families and the education sector.
Katherine Ryan's 'Dangerous' School Choice For Son
Comedian Katherine Ryan opens up about her unconventional parenting philosophy, defending her choice to prioritise real-world experience and resilience over sheltered private education for her son.
Young Brits Ditch NHS for Private Healthcare in Droves
Exclusive analysis reveals a silent crisis as a generation loses faith in the NHS, opting for private medical insurance in a desperate bid for timely care. Is this the end of the NHS as we know it?
Christian school teacher sacked over secret OnlyFans
A drama teacher at a private Christian school in the UK has been dismissed after her side hustle on the adult subscription platform OnlyFans was discovered by parents, sparking a fierce debate on morality clauses and private lives.
Trump's AI Robot Spy Network Fuelled by Microsoft & Meta
Exclusive investigation reveals Trump Enterprises is building a vast private surveillance network using AI-powered robots, with data sourced from tech giants Microsoft and Meta, raising alarm over a new era of corporate espionage and eroded privacy.
‘Cruel and Unusual’ Healthcare Exposed in US Private Prisons
A shocking congressional investigation reveals systemic medical neglect and preventable deaths within the US for-profit prison healthcare system, prompting calls for urgent reform.
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