Automotive trade charity Ben is providing vital support for many automotive families who would otherwise have to make impossible choices with summer holidays approaching and the pressures are even bigger. Over the past 12 months, Ben’s helpline has managed nearly 16,000 enquiries and administered over 600 financial grants for those struggling with money. In addition, Ben’s support services team … [Read more...]
E-scooters’ plans and legal steps
University of Warwick proposes new quality and safety regulations report for e-scooters, which are expected to be outlined in the Queen's Speech when opening Parliament today. The UK is the last major Western economy not to legislate ‘Powered Micro Vehicles’. The University of Warwick wants to change that and has proposed a new set of regulations for allowing micromobility vehicles, such as … [Read more...]
RAC back MP’s clampdown on rogue operators
The RAC is backing Sir Greg Knight MP’s private member’s bill to tackle rogue private parking companies head on by introducing better regulation to protect motorists, as research shows overwhelming support for such proposals. The Parking (Code of Practice) Bill 2017-18, which had its first reading in July, aims to reform unfair parking practices by introducing a legally binding code of … [Read more...]