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Emergency services are attending the scene on the M49
Cars

Motorway shuts for 'emergency recovery operation' over fears around 'HGV loaded with metal poles'

Drivers are encouraged to amend their travel plans due to the disruption

Taxis and a driving licence
Cars

Driving law changes target drivers using social media for lifts under new proposals

M5 and speed cameras
Cars

Driver slapped with fines and licence points for 'speeding' on motorway at 47mph

Lamppost and a man driving a car at night
Cars

Street lighting switch-off to be made permanent in bid to 'tackle climate change'

SUV parked over the lines and a penalty charge notice
Cars

Motorists face new sizing charges as larger cars risk paying more under fresh plans

Bath & North East Somerset Council hopes to bring in the new sizing parking changes this year

UK airport and parking
Cars

UK airport introduces new rules for drivers to tackle rogue parking offenders

Clamped vehicle
Cars

Drivers face £160 fines for road offences as council looks to hike penalties

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council has submitted a request to make higher penalties permanent

Ditcheat Manor
News

Somerset charity renews restoration efforts on 76-year-old steam engine

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