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Transport for Greater Manchester

‘We’re sorry’ as traffic lights fail three times in five days at busy Bolton junction

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Four Lane Ends, Over Hulton

Four Lane Ends, Over Hulton

Rush hour warning after traffic lights out at major junction AGAIN this week

Check which Vauxhall models are affected by the Takata airbag recall, how the stop-drive advice works and how to book a free repair.

Check which Vauxhall models are affected by the Takata airbag recall, how the stop-drive advice works and how to book a free repair.

Thousands of Vauxhall owners warned 'stop driving' over safety issue

Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey as HMRC has increased its approved mileage rate from 45p to 55p per mile, backdated to April 2026.

Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey as HMRC has increased its approved mileage rate from 45p to 55p per mile, backdated to April 2026.

Drive for work? HMRC could owe you £400 - millions may be missing out

UK Blue Badges are recognised in many European countries, but rules and concessions vary, say experts

UK Blue Badges are recognised in many European countries, but rules and concessions vary, say experts

Blue Badge drivers could face unexpected fines despite having a permit

Find out how headlamp aim and approved LED replacement bulbs are checked at MOT, and how drivers can reduce glare.

Find out how headlamp aim and approved LED replacement bulbs are checked at MOT, and how drivers can reduce glare.

Are your headlights so bright that you could fail your MOT?

The DVSA says a valid MOT is not a guarantee of year-round roadworthiness and urges drivers to check their vehicles between tests.

The DVSA says a valid MOT is not a guarantee of year-round roadworthiness and urges drivers to check their vehicles between tests.

DVSA issues MOT warning as motorists urged to carry out vital vehicle check

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Drivers could save around £150 a year after the Budget announced plans to cut public charging costs, as the Government looks to ease cost-of-living pressures.

Drivers could save around £150 a year after the Budget announced plans to cut public charging costs, as the Government looks to ease cost-of-living pressures.

Drivers could save £150 a year after major Budget announcement

A tree hanging over Stoneclough Road, Kearsley.

A tree hanging over Stoneclough Road, Kearsley.

Storm-damaged tree sparks fears after hanging over busy Bolton road

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Drivers will be able to avoid parking fines for simple mistakes under a new code

Drivers will be able to avoid parking fines for simple mistakes under a new code

Drivers to get new rights in car parks and avoid 'unfair' fines over £100

Vehicle cloning hits record high as more than 11,400 motorists contest fines for offences committed by fraudsters on cloned number plates.

Vehicle cloning hits record high as more than 11,400 motorists contest fines for offences committed by fraudsters on cloned number plates.

Car number plate issue could see you fined for crashes you weren't in

Cllr Fairclough with one of the road potholes

Cllr Fairclough with one of the road potholes

Local government

'We can't even get front streets done' as other Bolton areas get backstreet repairs

New data reveals how Bolton's roads compare with the rest of England

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RAC survey reveals one in 10 UK drivers have driven illegally by skipping MOT tests or delaying tyre replacements as repair bills and fuel costs surge.

RAC survey reveals one in 10 UK drivers have driven illegally by skipping MOT tests or delaying tyre replacements as repair bills and fuel costs surge.

DVSA MOT warning as average £700 car repair bills push drivers to break the law

Light flashing, horn honking, yelling insults and punch-ups at the side of the road are what many think of when describing road rage incidents

Light flashing, horn honking, yelling insults and punch-ups at the side of the road are what many think of when describing road rage incidents

Drivers urged to remain calm to avoid damaging cars on the road

Greater Manchester motorway the UK's most challenging for drivers

Road closures set to impact Bolton in the next two weeks

An aerial view of Royal Bolton Hospital

An aerial view of Royal Bolton Hospital

Letter - Change traffic light timings to tackle Bolton Hospital queues

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Dame Sarah Storey and Stephen Lawler-Smith on the right, as well as Mayor of Salford Paul Dennett

Dame Sarah Storey and Stephen Lawler-Smith on the right, as well as Mayor of Salford Paul Dennett

School Street Scheme

The factors that could see schools chosen for new traffic restrictions

Legal experts explain why motorists cannot challenge a speeding fine simply because a speed camera was hidden by trees, unlit at night or not painted yellow.

Legal experts explain why motorists cannot challenge a speeding fine simply because a speed camera was hidden by trees, unlit at night or not painted yellow.

Do speed cameras have to be visible? When you can challenge a speeding fine

Edmund King, president of the AA, described the arrival of transparent pricing on the platform as

Edmund King, president of the AA, described the arrival of transparent pricing on the platform as

'Massive step forward' - Bolton drivers can track live petrol prices on Google Maps

The RAC has debunked common driving myths about dodging average speed cameras by changing lanes or braking under gantries.

The RAC has debunked common driving myths about dodging average speed cameras by changing lanes or braking under gantries.

UK drivers warned commonly believed speed camera myth won't save them from a ticket

Here is everything motorists need to know about how speed cameras work, the speeds that can trigger them, and common myths

Here is everything motorists need to know about how speed cameras work, the speeds that can trigger them, and common myths

What speed actually triggers a speed camera? Car expert explains

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I hold World Records for efficient driving - this is why you are losing money on fuel

The motorist sparked debate across the r/drivingUK community on Reddit after using an empty lane before a road closure.

The motorist sparked debate across the r/drivingUK community on Reddit after using an empty lane before a road closure.

Driver who followed Highway Code felt like they 'cheated the world' as debate rages

Motoring experts have warned UK drivers not to get caught out by speed camera myth that could leave them with a fine, points on their licence and even a driving ban

Motoring experts have warned UK drivers not to get caught out by speed camera myth that could leave them with a fine, points on their licence and even a driving ban

UK drivers issued speed camera warning over commonly believed motorway myth

UK motorists who bought cars from 37 different brands between 2006 and 2015 may be owed some compensation

UK motorists who bought cars from 37 different brands between 2006 and 2015 may be owed some compensation

The 37 car brands which owe £56m compensation to UK drivers over 9-year period

Road closures set to impact Bolton in the next two weeks

Confusion around what constitutes a ‘modification’ means that some drivers could see reduced payouts on their insurance

Confusion around what constitutes a ‘modification’ means that some drivers could see reduced payouts on their insurance

1.5 million drivers risk fines over 10 modifications you might not have declared

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Diversions as Lancashire road set to remain shut overnight following emergency

Red X signs are used to close lanes in the event of an obstruction, and ignoring them can result in a fine of up to £100 and three penalty points.

Red X signs are used to close lanes in the event of an obstruction, and ignoring them can result in a fine of up to £100 and three penalty points.

UK drivers warned of £100 fines over common motorway mistake

Jonathan had the PCN when visiting his father.

Jonathan had the PCN when visiting his father.

Hospital parking mistake during dad's illness leaves man facing court 4 years later

Drivers risk being fined up to £1,000 if they do not tell DVLA about a medical condition that affects their driving.

Drivers risk being fined up to £1,000 if they do not tell DVLA about a medical condition that affects their driving.

DVLA warning to drivers with medical conditions who 'must' do one thing

The Private Hire Vehicle Support Fund will support drivers in upgrading their cars

The Private Hire Vehicle Support Fund will support drivers in upgrading their cars

£2m fund launched to help Bolton taxi drivers upgrade vehicles

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Councils that fail to demonstrate effective road maintenance could lose up to a third of their funding.

Councils that fail to demonstrate effective road maintenance could lose up to a third of their funding.

UK drivers warned of potential rise in potholes after record-breaking summer

Motorists have shared their annoyance with the confusion a Road Ahead Sign can cause

Motorists have shared their annoyance with the confusion a Road Ahead Sign can cause

UK drivers complain about 'useless' and 'irritating' sign introduced in 1965

The UK's most stolen car for the first half of 2026 has been revealed by the DVLA

The UK's most stolen car for the first half of 2026 has been revealed by the DVLA

The UK's most stolen car for first 6 months of 2026 revealed with 197 vehicles taken

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Experts have warned drivers they may be fined for parking over two spaces

Experts have warned drivers they may be fined for parking over two spaces

Fine warning issued to all UK drivers over common parking manoeuvre

Diesel prices could rise sharply as refining capacity comes under pressure. Here are the latest warnings and ways drivers can cut fuel costs.

Diesel prices could rise sharply as refining capacity comes under pressure. Here are the latest warnings and ways drivers can cut fuel costs.

Diesel prices could hit £2 a litre as prices rise again, drivers warned

Shoppers at Tesco, Asda, Morrisions & more warned of £100 fine over little-known rule

Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

Highway Code warning as drivers face £1,000 fines for parking outside their homes

Martin Lewis shares the 55p-per-mile tax break millions of drivers could be missing after major rule change

Martin Lewis shares the 55p-per-mile tax break millions of drivers could be missing after major rule change

55p-per-mile tax break millions of drivers could be missing after major rule change

Bolton Mayor joins horses and riders for Pass Wide and Slow road safety walk

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DVLA warns drivers to 'be aware' amid change on UK roads this week