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Ban new drivers from giving lifts to friends, suggests the AA

Ban new drivers from giving lifts to friends, suggests the AA

15 April 2024

New drivers should be banned from giving friends a lift, suggests the AA, which is proposing limits and restrictions on the licences of new motorists.

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Wind warning issued as gusts up to 55mph expected to hit Kent

Wind warning issued as gusts up to 55mph expected to hit Kent

15 April 2024

Strong winds of up to 55mph are expected to hit Kent today as a widespread weather warning is issued across the county.

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How much does a new British passport now cost?

How much does a new British passport now cost?

11 April 2024

The cost of a new British passport is increasing by 7% this week – so how much will you now be charged for your application?

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Drivers need to be ‘more alert’ to those on two-wheels, says the AA

Drivers need to be ‘more alert’ to those on two-wheels, says the AA

08 April 2024

Nearly nine in 10 motorists admit cyclists are ‘sometimes hard to see’, says the AA, which is marking 10 years of its ‘Think Bikes’ campaign.

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More than 100 Barbie dolls being auctioned in Kent

More than 100 Barbie dolls being auctioned in Kent

07 April 2024

More than 100 Barbie dolls - some individually valued at up to £500 - are among a huge range of “next generation” collectables going under the hammer.

Bank issues scam warning as cases jump by a third

Bank issues scam warning as cases jump by a third

04 April 2024

Santander customers lost £7million in purchase scams last year, says the bank as it and Gumtree share the most common items for fake listings.

Rain slowed early spring, says National Trust, as blossom campaign launches

Rain slowed early spring, says National Trust, as blossom campaign launches

04 April 2024

Nature is getting ready to put on a show, says The National Trust, after early spring was slowed by rain and the charity wants people to capture it.

What do the Child Benefit changes mean for your family?

What do the Child Benefit changes mean for your family?

03 April 2024

Changes are being made to Child Benefit payments this month but what will it mean for your family?

Headlight glare to be investigated by government after driver complaints

Headlight glare to be investigated by government after driver complaints

03 April 2024

The government has announced it will look into the issue of headlight glare amid growing concerns from drivers and motoring groups about the issue.

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Magnum ice creams recalled over safety fears

Magnum ice creams recalled over safety fears

02 April 2024

Households with Magnum ice creams in their freezer are being asked to check the products they have at home after an urgent recall notice was issued.

7 things going up in price from April 1

7 things going up in price from April 1

01 April 2024

Households will be paying more for some bills and services from this month – don’t miss our guide to those that might hit you with a price increase.

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The major Hollywood films and TV shows filmed at top Kent tourist attraction

The major Hollywood films and TV shows filmed at top Kent tourist attraction

30 March 2024

Since the Royal Navy left it 40 years ago today, one Kent tourist attraction has gone on to become a major location for Hollywood movies and TV shows.

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How to claim free trees for your school or youth group

How to claim free trees for your school or youth group

28 March 2024

Hundreds of thousands of free trees are being offered by the Woodland Trust to schools and groups this year and here’s how to apply for a delivery.

Millions of households urged to submit meter readings before energy price cut

Millions of households urged to submit meter readings before energy price cut

28 March 2024

Millions of UK households are being advised to read their meter this weekend before a reduction in gas and electric prices and here’s why.

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Dockyard closure was the end of one era, but the beginning of another...

Dockyard closure was the end of one era, but the beginning of another...

28 March 2024

This weekend marks the 40th anniversary of the Royal Navy leaving Chatham – bringing to a close 400 years of history.

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The Kent roadworks being lifted or finished in time for Easter

The Kent roadworks being lifted or finished in time for Easter

27 March 2024

National Highways says it’s ‘lifting’ 850 miles of roadworks to make Easter journeys smoother and here are the projects in Kent that are affected.

BBC TV Licence fee to increase in days but who can still get one for free?

BBC TV Licence fee to increase in days but who can still get one for free?

27 March 2024

The cost of a TV licence is rising – here’s everything you need to know about the increase and who will be eligible for a free or discounted permit.

Mount Everest-sized comet to soon be visible to the naked eye

Mount Everest-sized comet to soon be visible to the naked eye

26 March 2024

Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks can only be seen once every 71 years and excitement is growing among astronomers about its next scheduled appearance.

Met Office reveals early predictions for Easter weather

Met Office reveals early predictions for Easter weather

25 March 2024

The start of spring and the first long weekend of 2024 means we have high hopes for Easter weather - so what does the Met Office think is in store?

27,000 health workers to get one-off cash payments but who is eligible?

27,000 health workers to get one-off cash payments but who is eligible?

25 March 2024

More than 27,000 health workers including community nurses, speech therapists, physiotherapists and cleaners are to get two one-off cash payments.

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