As we navigate the roads of the United Kingdom, it’s hard to ignore the potholes and uneven surfaces that have become a common sight. The state of the nation’s roads has raised concerns, and a recent report sheds light on the financial toll of repairing this crucial infrastructure. With a staggering £14 billion road repair Continue Reading…
The landscape of homeownership in the United Kingdom is set to undergo a transformation as the government considers a plan to make all new houses freehold, aiming to phase out what some describe as the ‘feudal’ practice of leaseholds. Recent discussions surrounding the government’s Leasehold Reform Bill and its potential impact have sparked debates and Continue Reading…
Concern is again growing at the shortage of Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) drivers. A recent report from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has unveiled alarming data indicating another crisis is looming. This article will explore the reasons behind the impending HGV driver shortage and its potential consequences for the UK. Plan Insurance can accommodate Continue Reading…
In a tragic turn of events, a waste management company finds itself in the spotlight after two fatal incidents resulted in a significant fine imposed by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). The incidents serve as a stark reminder of the importance of workplace safety, emphasizing the need for stringent measures to prevent such tragedies. Continue Reading…
There is a big drop in electric vehicle sales. There are several possible reasons, but over the past year, there has been a more than 11% cent decrease in the purchase of zero-emission vehicles by private buyers. This decline has been attributed to several factors. These include government policies, the cost of EVs, reduction in Continue Reading…
The UK housing market is experiencing a notable shift, with house prices falling for the first time since 2012. This decrease is relatively modest at -0.5% over the last 12 months, but it marks a significant change in a market that has seen consistent growth over the last decade. Plan Insurance can accommodate your Property Continue Reading…
As we reflect on the year following Kwasi Kwarteng’s mini-budget, we’re going to track the trajectory of interest rates and their impact on mortgages. The last 12 months have been a rollercoaster, with mortgage rates seeing a massive rise from their historical lows in Jan 2021. Around the middle of the previous year, the Bank Continue Reading…
On September 17th Wales introduced a new national speed limit of 20 mph. The reduction to the existing 30 mph limit came into force across all “restricted roads”. However England and Scotland have not yet followed the same course of action nationwide. Will that remain the case? 20mph limits have been in place in areas Continue Reading…
Late last month, Rishi Sunak announced a five year delay to the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars. So how have Labour responded? The Tory party want to be seen as the motorists’ friend. In September Mr Sunak announced that he was “slamming the breaks on anti-motorist” measures. He clearly wants Continue Reading…
Most people don’t worry about going 1mph over the speed limit. Now, you might have to. Many are calling it a ‘war on drivers’. Most people (including those in the legal profession) know ‘the rule. If the speed limit is 30mph, you won’t get a speeding ticket unless you are going 10% plus 2 mph Continue Reading…
