SNOW and ice can make driving a real challenge for motorists and can even lead to accidents. As snow piles up around the UK, these helpful tips prepare you for challenging travelling conditions in winter . How should you prepare for safe driving in snow? Before heading off in the snow , plan your journey carefully and keep up-to-date with local weather reports . Also: Allow more time than you usually would and ensure all the snow is clear from your vehicle. It is actually against the law to drive with snow on your car. Carry a lock de-icer with you to clear your locks. Make sure any auto wiper control is switched off before turning the ignition on. If they are frozen to the screen the control fuse will blow. Check your tyres for adequate tread so the grip is sufficient. If conditions are very bad you may want to consider using snow socks or chains. Use a good screenwash that protects down to at least -35C to prevent the water from freezing. Being … [Read more...] about How to drive safely in snow and ice – tips as UK hit with winter blast
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Lockdown-weary Brits hit beaches and parks to bask in 13C sunshine & warm weather despite warnings
LOCKDOWN-weary Brits hit beaches and parks across the UK today to bask in 13C sunshine despite lockdown warnings. Health officials have urged people to keep following the "stay at home" order and to not be tempted by the glorious weather outside. ⚡ Read our UK weather live blog for the very latest news and forecasts. .. Last night crowds in Exeter sat alongside the River Exe enjoying the warm weather while watching the sunset. The sun-basking Brits were pictured sitting in groups of more than three people breaking the current lockdown restrictions in place. Since January 4, Brits have not been allowed to leave their home to meet socially with anyone that is not in their support bubble or is not in their household. Brits are also advised to stay two metres apart from anyone not in their household or support bubble. It comes the day after local MP Ben Bradshaw called for restrictions to be lifted earlier in the southwest due to reduced levels of Covid-19 … [Read more...] about Lockdown-weary Brits hit beaches and parks to bask in 13C sunshine & warm weather despite warnings
Captain Sir Tom Moore: ‘His greatest legacy will be the hope he brought’
As Captain Sir Tom Moore is laid to rest at a small family ceremony in his home county, Sky News' Enda Brady describes his impact on the world. This was the most perfect spring day in Bedfordshire for the final journey of a man who did so much to lift the nation's morale during the first lockdown. Soldiers from the Yorkshire Regiment - Captain Sir Tom Moore's home county - received his coffin as his voice rang out on the chart-topping version of You'll Never Walk Alone that he recorded with Michael Ball. That unmistakable Yorkshire accent echoing through a tiny crematorium, with just eight family members present, in keeping with government guidelines. Before the service we were told that Michael Buble had recorded a special version of the song Smile for the funeral. Advertisement Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Captain Sir Tom captured he nation's heart when he began walking laps of his garden, originally … [Read more...] about Captain Sir Tom Moore: ‘His greatest legacy will be the hope he brought’
Teen, 19, stabbed to death in West London as cops launch murder probe
A TEENAGER was stabbed to death following a fatal attack in West London. The boy, thought to be aged 19, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene in Paddington Green at 10pm last night. A murder investigation has now been launched into the fatal stabbing. Cops have warned that the crime scene is going to be in place "for some time." The 19-year-old victim was pronounced dead after medics from both the ambulance and air ambulance attended the scene. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to save the teenage victim. Police have also been granted additional search powers in the local area until early tomorrow morning. No arrests into the tragic ordeal have been made yet. This comes just hours after a teenage boy was stabbed to death in Essex. Police launched a murder probe after the 18-year-old tragically died in hospital from his stab wounds in Leigh On Sea. Cops were called to High Street, Old Leigh, just after 6pm and the teenager was rushed … [Read more...] about Teen, 19, stabbed to death in West London as cops launch murder probe
Horrific injuries of football coach tortured for 48 hours by thugs who filmed themselves carving ‘nonse’ on his back
A FOOTBALL coach suffered horrific injuries after being tortured by a pack of savages who carved the word "nonse" into his back. Jordan Storey was attacked with an axe, sledgehammer, knife, dumbbell bar and a dog chain during the 48-hour nightmare ordeal. The thugs also tied him to a chair and set his hands and feet on fire as they carved the incorrectly spelled word "nonse" into his back - despite there being no suggestion he had done anything wrong. Terrified Jordan, 28, believed he would be murdered as the gang discussed killing him and dumping his body before framing him for rape. The brave football coach allowed photos of his horror injuries to be released as the foursome were caged yesterday for a total of 31 years. Jamie Barker, Lewis Herman and Rebecca McNally admitted wounding with intent while Chelsea Wilson-Ford admitted unlawful wounding at Newcastle Crown Court. The court was told Jordan had known Wilson-Ford for ten years when she called him on … [Read more...] about Horrific injuries of football coach tortured for 48 hours by thugs who filmed themselves carving ‘nonse’ on his back