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Driving while 'avoidably distracted' now carries a possible prison sentence
Five years in jail for eating while driving

New laws threatening five years jail time for driving while “avoidably distracted” come into force on Monday. Previously the maximum sentence for those convicted of causing death by careless, uninsured or unlicensed driving was a maximum £5000 fine and penalty licence points. The new laws follow advice from independent Sentencing Guidelines Council last month and… Read more »

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Householders 'can't afford energy prices'
Householders ‘can’t afford energy prices’

Up to ten million households will struggle to afford another hike in energy prices, a new survey has revealed. Over 12.5 million customers were affected by EDF Energy’s and British Gas’ second price increase in six months, and other suppliers are now expected to follow suit in the coming weeks. A study from uSwitch.com has… Read more »