A Kent County Council fraud report revealed the discrepancies, which involve transport services for approximately 6,000 children.

The driver had his licence reinstated by Stockton Council despite a heated confrontation in Thornaby town centre, where he was seen grabbing a youth and carrying the club through a supermarket.

The GMB union, representing thousands of private hire drivers, is demanding immediate improvements to the "unacceptable" conditions workers face while waiting for passengers.

Irfan Sarwar, 44, was snared during a targeted surveillance operation by the National Crime Agency in November 2021.

From 1st April, renters, landlords and businesses can claim up to £500 towards an electric charger - up from £300 previously - covering around half the average cost of installation.

Addison Lee, London’s leading ground transport, taxi, and courier provider, has today announced the appointment of Patrick Gallagher as Chief Executive Officer. Patrick will succeed Liam Griffin, who will be continuing

Diwan Khan, 39, whose mother Naheed Ejaz served as the town’s mayor, was found guilty of rape in February. His mother was also convicted for perverting the course of justice.

For years, city mechanics have seen one out of every two vehicles fail to meet licensing standards, prompting local officials to demand immediate changes to how the fleet is maintained.