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The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is warning that scammers are sending text messages about fake DVSA parking penalty charges.
It is now illegal for motorists to use a handheld mobile phone under virtually any circumstance while driving.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Changes to The Highway Code, including the hierarchy of road-users and the 'Dutch Reach' are set to change from 29 January 2022.
Prosecution regulations tightened on the use of hand-held mobile phones at the wheel.
Radio One DJ Chris Stark joins forces with the County Football Association to promote safe driving habits.
Veering on to the hard shoulder and back again, narrowly avoiding a collision with another HGV, the driver caught in the footage was using his mobile phone at the wheel.
Seventy-four actions to improve road safety have been published.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Lorry, van, bus and coach drivers can pay roadside fines from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) using a secure online service from 29 January 2019.
The government backs a ‘one-stop shop’ for motorists to appeal private parking fines.
The rules will change from 5 March 2018 so lorry, bus and coach drivers who drive tired will be fined for every time they've done it in the last 28 days.
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is warning the public about scam emails claiming to be about a fixed penalty.
The Highways Agency is warning motorway drivers they are putting road workers’ lives at risk by ignoring safety signs and illegally using the hard shoulder to avoid congestion caused by accidents.
Higher roadside penalties for vans, trucks and buses as graduated fixed penalties and financial deposits increase.
New strategic framework for road safety published.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Truck drivers hit with hefty fines after attempting to sidestep VOSA enforcement action.
Fixed penalties system raises nearly £3.5 million inside the first year.
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