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Learner drivers will soon be required to answer questions about defibrillators and CPR as the UK government aims to boost safety and first aid awareness. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed that the theory test will include new questions about automated external defibrillators and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
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Thames Valley Police, in conjunction with Hampshire Constabulary's Joint Operations Unit, has been intensifying its efforts to reduce road fatalities by cracking down on reckless driving behaviors. The enforcement drive, part of the Operation Spotlight initiative, aims to hold drivers accountable for their actions on the road. The
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Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has proposed sweeping changes to driving regulations, including mandatory eye examinations for motorists aged over 70 and a reduced drink-drive threshold. The proposal stems from a report by Lancashire's senior coroner, Dr. James Adeley, highlighting four fatalities involving motorists with impaired vision. As Britain&
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Britain's most dangerous drivers are often handed short sentences, with too many being allowed back behind the wheel too quickly. Research by the Onward think-tank has highlighted the contrast between the severity of the crimes and the leniency of the penalties. The Conservatives are calling for a change
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A recent warning from motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk highlights the importance of informing car insurers about summer modifications, such as towbars, roof boxes, and bicycle racks, which can potentially invalidate UK motorists' insurance policies. Failure to declare these changes can lead to void policies, leaving drivers unprotected
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Nathan Owen, 32, a luxury electric car owner from Prestatyn, North Wales, made a distressing call to police on March 6 last year, claiming his Jaguar I-Pace vehicle was speeding out of control and the brakes were not working. The vehicle had allegedly travelled along several motorways in Merseyside, prompting
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Disclosing the location where you park your car to your insurance provider can significantly impact your premium costs. Used car dealer Swansway Motor Group recommends informing your insurer if you park your vehicle in a relatively safe location, such as a driveway, as this can lead to more favorable rates.
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Learner drivers in Britain will soon be expected to demonstrate their knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills as part of an updated theory test. The change, introduced by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), aims to equip drivers with essential skills to respond in emergency situations, such as cardiac
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A significant surge in driver licensing has been observed in Parana, Brazil, with 80,400 new drivers registering in the first half of 2025, representing a 14% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth has brought the total number of active registrations to 5,826,086 as
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The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), which oversees driving tests in Britain, has announced that starting from autumn, driving theory tests will include new questions about cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillators. The addition aims to equip candidates with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively in emergency situations. Research
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The UK's theory test for learner drivers is being updated to include enhanced first aid questions from autumn 2025, aiming to save lives by teaching essential CPR and defibrillator skills. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is expanding the theory test question bank to include cardiopulmonary resuscitation
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Workers at Stagecoach North East have rejected a five per cent pay offer split over two years, voting to strike on August 18 and 21 in protest. The rejection comes after the company's managing director, Steve Walker, said the proposal was above inflation and met the union'
