The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association has warned HMRC and the Labour government that car tax changes are leaving drivers cash-strapped and threatening electric vehicle adoption Christian Abbott Audience Writer 11:26, 15 Jan 2026 HMRC vehicle tax reforms are leaving thousands of motorists financially stretched(Image: Andrzej Rostek via Getty …
Read More »Derby charity pleads for community’s help after essential van stolen
The van helped deliver household items, such as beds and fridges, to those in need Sophie Fagone Buscimese Trainee Reporter 06:00, 15 Jan 2026 The charity had been using the van to deliver essential household items to those in need.(Image: Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance) A Derby charity has pleaded …
Read More »Amazon to shut massive centre with 590 jobs impacted
Employees are being offered the chance to transfer to a different site 10:36, 15 Jan 2026Updated 12:52, 15 Jan 2026 (Image: Streetview) Online giant Amazon is planning to close one of its fulfilment centres, offering workers the chance to transfer to another site. The company announced a consultation on a …
Read More »Royal Mail delivery delays – CR5, SE22, SE24
The London postcodes experiencing delays today (January 15) are CR5 (Coulsdon), SE22 (East Dulwich), and SE24 (Herne Hill). Royal Mail said: “We aim to deliver to all addresses we have mail for, six days a week. “In a small number of local offices, this may temporarily not be possible due …
Read More »Pensioner, 79, killed neighbour’s dog and left her with broken pelvis after hitting them with car in Church Stretton
Leo Smith, aged 79, crashed into the victim as she walked her dog on Castle Hill, near the Long Mynd in Church Stretton. Sign up for our FREE weekly Nostalgia Newsletter – with scores of archive pictures and exclusive features on the history of Shropshire and Mid Wales – all …
Read More »Record 369 arrests made during Surrey Police winter drink and drug driving crackdown
The consequences of a conviction can include a minimum 12-month driving ban, an unlimited fine, a possible prison sentence and a criminal record, which could affect current and future employment. Drivers may also face higher insurance costs, difficulty travelling to countries such as the USA, or cause serious injury or …
Read More »Pair charged after teenager suffers two stab wounds in Ilkeston knife attack
A property was cordoned off overnight and into the next day Sophie Fagone Buscimese Trainee Reporter 13:15, 15 Jan 2026 Police were in attendance at the address in Ilkeston(Image: Derby Telegraph) Two teenagers have been charged with a number of offences after an alleged assault in Ilkeston. Police were called …
Read More »RICHARD EDEN: Meghan and Harry ‘plot’ and why Prince William and Kate have REALLY hired a crisis expert. There’s trouble ahead…
When The Mail on Sunday revealed at the weekend that Prince William and Catherine had hired a crisis-management expert, Liza Ravenscroft, many readers will have been left bemused. Why on earth would the Prince and Princess of Wales need a crisis manager when they are the calm amid the royal …
Read More »Exact major change by Royal Mail set to affect millions of British households
Parcel lockers will be installed outside Post Office branches across the country, giving customers round‑the‑clock access to send, collect and return parcels outside traditional opening hours Royal Mail has announced a huge shake up(Image: SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) Royal Mail is rolling out a six-month trial of a 24-hour …
Read More »Oxford city pub of the year named by real ale experts
The Royal Blenheim in St Ebbes has won the coveted City Pub of the Year title, following a vote by members of the city branch of real ale group CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale). The St Ebbes hostelry beat The Grapes in George Street into second place, with The Masons …
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