(Bloomberg) — The Israel-Hamas conflict remains a point of contention within the Labour party, prompting Labour leader Keir Starmer to address the issue in a speech on Tuesday. In an effort to clarify his stance, Starmer will emphasize the need for a humanitarian pause in the fighting rather than a complete cease-fire. This position sets …
The bedbugs are launching a full-blown invasion. Following an unprecedented outbreak in France, experts have warned that it won’t be long before they make their way to the UK. Mayor of London Sadiq Khan expressed his concern about the spread of bedbugs and reached out to French officials for advice on how to slow down …
Experts are warning that Britain’s bedbug infestation is worsening, with pest-control teams busier than ever. However, insurers are unlikely to cover the costs of removal and damage caused by bedbugs. The crisis first gained attention when France experienced a severe outbreak, and now concerns have been raised about bedbugs on London’s public transport. A pest …
Electric Car Transition Leaves Older Drivers, Women, and Low-Income Motorists Behind By David Churchill Chief Political Correspondent Updated: 00:45 BST, 7 September 2023 Industry chiefs warn that the rush to adopt electric vehicles (EVs) will leave older drivers, women, and low-income motorists at a disadvantage. Experts highlight these three groups as being the most vulnerable …
The Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) in London has expanded, now covering every borough and imposing charges of £12.50 per day on motorists. While London Mayor Sadiq Khan touts the expansion as a means to bring cleaner air to more people, a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Birmingham questions these claims. …
In a surge of vandalism, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed that a total of 288 crimes related to Ulez cameras have been reported between April and August. This alarming statistic raises concerns about the efficiency of the website and the fact that hundreds of cameras are yet to be installed or are out of action, …
Tomorrow, the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) in London is set to double in size, a development that many drivers in the city have been apprehensive about. However, this expansion has also attracted scammers who are targeting drivers trying to pay the ULEZ charge. These scammers have created hoax websites that deceive drivers into paying …
London Mayor Sadiq Khan recently announced the expansion of the scrappage scheme, aimed at preventing the reselling of the most polluting cars outside of the M25. This initiative, led by Transport for London, encourages motorists to turn in non-compliant vehicles and receive payments that can be put towards the purchase of a new or used …
Vintage cars possess a wide price range, spanning from highly sought-after collector’s pieces that can fetch hundreds of thousands of pounds at auctions, to entry-level models available for just a few thousand. These cars from the past, known for their reliability, could provide an appealing alternative to purchasing a modern Ulez-compliant car, all while offering …
If you’re considering trading your current non-Ulez compliant car for a historic vehicle, take advantage of TfL’s scrappage grant to help offset the cost of purchasing a classic car. Interestingly, the scheme is designed to remove polluting cars from the road and encourage drivers to opt for cleaner alternatives. All London residents are eligible to …