The DfT has announced that eighteen-year-olds will be allowed to drive trains as the government has lowered the ages from 20 amid a shortage of drivers.
Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien stated, "Each quarterly renewal of motor tax follows the same administrative procedures as the annual renewal process," justifying higher charges for installment payments.
In a significant turn of events, gardaí have decided to revoke nearly 2,000 speeding fines and penalty points issued to motorists, following issues with the static speed camera system.
"Transport Focus said a new system was needed to ensure that passengers who had made an honest mistake were not punished unfairly, amid growing concern at measures being taken to tackle fare evasion."
"With a top speed of about 25mph, e-scooters are much faster and in the event of an accident more dangerous than bicycles. They have also become the favoured getaway vehicle by Barcelona’s numerous bag and mobile phone thieves."
The government's investment summit next week aims to attract billions for development projects, but DP World’s expansion plans for London Gateway face uncertainty due to ongoing disputes regarding P&O Ferries’ treatment of staff.
"Labour's new transport proposal aims to empower local authorities to take control of bus services, potentially reversing over three decades of deregulated transport operations in the UK."
