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Drivers have been warned that Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget could cause motorists to rethink their car insurance policy after speculations around pay-per-mile taxes sparked concern.Rumours suggesting that the Chancellor is exploring a pay-per-mile road tax system have begun mounting, a move that could see drivers charged every mile they travel. The speculation has already prompted a major shift in driver behaviour, with research showing that around one in three motorists are now considering switching to so-called “black box” insurance. The insurance type, known as telematics-based policies, uses a small Bluetooth-enabled tab, roughly the size of a key fob, which links…

Mark SavageMusic CorrespondentGetty ImagesMTV Europe launched in 1987, with the UK getting a dedicated channel in 1997MTV, the world’s first 24-hour music broadcaster, is to stop showing rolling pop videos in the UK after almost 40 years when it closes five channels at the end of the year.MTV Music, MTV 80s, MTV 90s, Club MTV and MTV Live will all stop broadcasting after 31 December, the understands.However, the flagship channel, MTV HD, will remain on air, showing reality series including Naked Dating UK and Geordie Shore. The move reflects a shift in viewing habits, with music videos largely consumed on…

FIA statutes state that the body will “respect the highest standards of governance, transparency and democracy, including anti-corruption functions and procedures”.FIA rules require it to be neutral in the election process and that it has an obligation to provide “equal treatment between candidates for the FIA’s presidency”.Mayer declined to comment, while the FIA has not responded to a series of questions from BBC Sport on the matter.Robert Reid – who resigned as Ben Sulayem’s vice-president of sport in April, citing “a fundamental breakdown in governance standards within motorsport’s global governing body” – wrote earlier this week in a post on…

Plaid Cymru’s leader has ruled out holding a referendum on independence in the next five years if he is made Welsh First Minister.Rhun ap Iorwerth will face off against current First Minister Eluned Morgan as she seeks to defend the Senedd, which has been held by Welsh Labour for 26 years.The elections, to take place before May next year, will be held for the first time under a new reformed voting system, and will have an increase of seats from 60 to 96.Ahead of a speech at the party’s annual conference, Mr ap Iorwerth told BBC Radio 4 his plans…

A Reform UK councillor has announced he is taking the NHS to court after claiming he was “silenced and smeared” for expressing his political beliefs.Daniel Matchett, a mental health nurse and councillor in Lancashire, accused his NHS trust of stifling free speech after he appeared in a campaign video during last year’s General Election.Mr Matchett says he was threatened with dismissal and accused of “racist behaviour” after briefly appearing in uniform in the online clip, despite following NHS social media guidelines “to the letter”.Speaking at a Reform UK press conference, he told reporters: “This fight for open dialogue is more…

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry echoed Princess Kate’s warning as the Sussexes appeared on stage together at a glitzy award ceremony on Thursday evening.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were named “Humanitarians of the Year” at the New York-based Project Healthy Minds event, just hours after the Princess of Wales released a powerful essay on fears about raising children in the digital age.Speaking on stage as she accepted the award, Meghan said: “Our children, Archie and Lili, are just six and four years old. “Luckily, still too young for social media, but we know that day is coming.”Like so many…

Actress Alex Kingston has disclosed that she secretly fought uterine cancer throughout 2024, undergoing extensive treatment that concluded late last year.The 62-year-old television star, currently competing on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing, spoke publicly about her health battle for the first time in an interview on Friday.”I had a major operation,” Ms Kingston revealed, adding: “I had to have a hysterectomy, I had to go into radiation therapy, and that took up a huge part of my life.”The Doctor Who and ER actress revealed that her diagnosis came as a complete shock, particularly given her typically optimistic outlook.Alex Kingston has been…

The government will consult on whether children aged between 13 and 16-years-old should be included in the digital ID roll-out.There has been a backlash to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s announcement that a UK-wide digital ID scheme will be introduced before 2029, with a petition attracting nearly three million signatures.An official response to that petition confirmed the consultation will also consider whether to make digital ID available to children aged 13 years old and up.Under the government plans, digital ID will be available to all UK citizens and legal residents but only mandatory in order to work. It will be…

A new online service, Green Quote, has launched to help homeowners across the UK reduce their energy bills and transition to renewable heating. The platform connects users with trusted installers and provides expert guidance through the government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme. With grants of up to £7,500 available for Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) installations, Green Quote aims to make renewable heating both affordable and straightforward, countering confusion and misinformation that have slowed uptake. Founded by Southampton-based entrepreneur Jack Purdie, who brings years of experience in the eco and renewables sector, Green Quote serves as an independent link between homeowners…

The city’s oldest jeweller, Hancocks, has reached a new milestone with the sale of its 50,000th engagement ring — a figure that represents generations of craftsmanship and love stories that have unfolded since its founding in 1860. To celebrate, Hancocks is extending a warm invitation to all previous customers to return to its King Street boutique for a complimentary ring clean. The jeweller is also gathering photographs from clients old and new, creating a touching visual record of Hancocks rings and the relationships they symbolise. The exhibition will be unveiled both online and in-store. Roy Lunt, owner of Hancocks Jewellers,…