Cars

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Drivers across the UK who own and use a Blue Badge for parking are being urged to check their eligibility and ensure they have not let it expire

While most users know that their Blue Badge expires three years from the date of issue, some may not realise that renewal is not automatic. To avoid having an invalid permit, it's important to apply for renewal 12 weeks (or 3 months) before it expires.

Failure to do so could result in a substantial ?1,000 fine if the expired badge is still displayed. This is because displaying an out-of-date Blue Badge is classed as ?misuse? under transport guidance.

https://www.gov.wales/apply-or-renew-blue-badge#:~:text=The%20badge%20is%20usually%20valid,weeks%20to%20process%20an%20application.

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Limiting what new drivers can do will combat 'needless' deaths, says AA
The AA president said one in five young drivers crash within a year of passing their test.

A series of restrictions on new drivers may soon be on the horizon, as they could save thousands of lives and help tackle serious injuries on the road, according to the AA. The automotive firm said motorists should be prevented from carrying similarly-aged people for at least six months after they've passed their test.

It also advised that new drivers should be forced to keep a record of evidence that they've driven on every type of road. The restrictions would be in force under a graduated driving licence system; these licences place limitations on motorists for a specific period of time after they've passed.

They're used in a number of countries, including the US, Canada, Australia and Sweden. In July 2019, The Department for Transport (DfT) revealed that it was considering launching the licences across England. However, it was stopped in 2020, partially due to the possible impact on young people's job prospects.

cont https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/graduated-licences-could-combat-needless-deaths-among-young-drivers-says-aa/

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The Conwy roads where most parking tickets issued from March 2023-24

Here are the 10 roads in Conwy where the most parking tickets were given between March 11, 2023 and March 11, 2024:

Mostyn Street, Llandudno - 704
The Parade, Llandudno - 635
Happy Valley Road, Llandudno - 567
Tudno Street, Llandudno - 339
A5 (Llyn Ogwen) - 304
High Street, Conwy - 217
Penrhyn Road, Colwyn Bay - 207
Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay - 203
Castle Street, Conwy - 195
Llewelyn Road, Colwyn Bay - 183

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24262918.conwy-roads-parking-tickets-issued-march-2023-24/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

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'Mandatory' speed limiters from July as drivers face new driving law changes
The intelligent speed assistance can automatically slow down a vehicle if a driver is exceeding the speed limit

From July, drivers could be required to have 'mandatory' speed limiters installed in their vehicles as part of new driving law changes. The introduction of mandatory intelligent speed assistance (ISA) systems is set to automatically reduce a vehicle's speed if it exceeds the limit.

This rule change will take effect from July 6, making the safety feature compulsory for all cars. The new regulations, which apply to both the European Union and Northern Ireland, dictate that all cars sold in the UK must come equipped with ISA, irrespective of the manufacturing location.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/mandatory-speed-limiters-july-drivers-29099480?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

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10 cheapest cars to insure this year... and the most expensive - full list
It's worth researching makes and models before you fork out for a new car,

Consumer watchdog Which? has outlined the 10 most and least expensive cars to insure on average using GoCompare research. The Peugeot 206 landed the top spot with an average of ?241 per year, with the Porsche Boxster reaching second with ?243 and the Mazda MX-5 in third with ?249

cont https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/10-cheapest-and-most-expensive-cars-to-insure-this-year-full-list/