Who are the ‘Tyre Extinguishers’? Anti-social eco-vandals who massacred 10 ‘gas-guzzling’ cars in West London raid warn they’ll make ‘make it impossible to own a polluting 4×4’ (but according to their own website their members can’t spot one)

Who are the ‘Tyre Extinguishers’? Anti-social eco-vandals who massacred 10 ‘gas-guzzling’ cars in West London raid warn they’ll make ‘make it impossible to own a polluting 4×4’ (but according to their own website their members can’t spot one)

From a leafy London suburb to the bustling streets of Edinburgh, thousands of SUV drivers across the UK are waking up to find their tyres deflated in an eco craze sweeping Britain.... Read more »
Conservation groups warn new rules risk failing to boost nature in developments

Conservation groups warn new rules risk failing to boost nature in developments

From next week, planning rules that require developers to create new habitats as part of building projects to deliver an overall 10% boost to nature – known as “biodiversity net gain” –... Read more »
Middle East latest: Houthis warn UK and US to ‘expect a response’ to new strikes – as 24 soldiers killed in deadliest day for Israel in Gaza | World News

Middle East latest: Houthis warn UK and US to ‘expect a response’ to new strikes – as 24 soldiers killed in deadliest day for Israel in Gaza | World News

By Dominic Waghorn, international affairs editor It’s not surprising the British and Americans have had another go at striking the Houthis in Yemen. But it’s just not necessarily all that clever. Allied... Read more »
Transport leaders warn Elizabeth line train order delays will cost jobs

Transport leaders warn Elizabeth line train order delays will cost jobs

Rail industry leaders have called on the government to authorise the purchase of more Elizabeth line trains before it’s too late to be able to order them. The Elizabeth line is expected... Read more »
Bale out! Workers dangle bale of hay from Millennium Bridge as they carry out urgent repairs – to make sure they are not breaking ancient by-law requiring workers to warn river traffic below

Bale out! Workers dangle bale of hay from Millennium Bridge as they carry out urgent repairs – to make sure they are not breaking ancient by-law requiring workers to warn river traffic below

It is an ancient by-law with uncertain origins.  But that did not stop workmen from sticking rigidly to it this week, as evidenced by the bale of hay that was pictured hanging... Read more »
Agents warn of time bomb after lettings agency report…

Agents warn of time bomb after lettings agency report…

Propertymark has urged the government to take the potential Help to Buy ‘timebomb’ seriously. The news comes as London lettings agent Benham & Reeves’ latest study reveals that the government is now... Read more »
The psychological effects of being on Big Brother: As series 20 begins, scientists warn how housemates could face depression, paranoia and even panic attacks

The psychological effects of being on Big Brother: As series 20 begins, scientists warn how housemates could face depression, paranoia and even panic attacks

After a five-year absence, the reality show that started it all, Big Brother, is back on our screens this weekend. The 20th series – and the first in five years – will... Read more »
Mark Drakeford’s ‘ULEZ-style’ war on motorists sparks furious backlash: Locals warn ‘stupid’ plan to expand number of 20mph roads across Wales will hurt businesses amid fears scheme could inflict multibillion-pound hit to economy

Mark Drakeford’s ‘ULEZ-style’ war on motorists sparks furious backlash: Locals warn ‘stupid’ plan to expand number of 20mph roads across Wales will hurt businesses amid fears scheme could inflict multibillion-pound hit to economy

Mark Drakeford’s ULEZ-style war on motorists was today branded ‘stupid’ by locals who warned it could hurt businesses as fears grow that the plan to expand the number of 20mph roads could... Read more »
Drivers could appeal fines issued for breaching ULEZ standards over ‘illegal’ signs that do not explicitly warn people of daily charge

Drivers could appeal fines issued for breaching ULEZ standards over ‘illegal’ signs that do not explicitly warn people of daily charge

Drivers could appeal fines issued for breaching ULEZ standards over ‘illegal’ signs that do not explicitly warn people of daily charge Road traffic lawyers say signs aren’t clear about fines being handed... Read more »
Dangerous concrete may be found in other buildings, experts warn

Dangerous concrete may be found in other buildings, experts warn

U nstable concrete causing classrooms to be shut at more than 100 schools in England may be found in other public buildings, experts have warned. Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (Raac), often found... Read more »