Caroline Sheppard, chief adjudicator of the Traffic Penalty Tribunal, has suggested that motorists who are given parking tickets for petty breaches of the rules should be let off if they appeal against the penalties.

Controversial 20mph speed limits in residential streets may not bring any significant improvement in road safety, a report commissioned by the Department for Transport has found. However, are fears reflected in media reportage unfounded?

The M4 Bus Lane, currently used only by licensed black taxis, motorcycles and buses, will temporarily be suspended after latest analysis showed journey times at peak periods would be reduced for car drivers and hauliers without significantly affecting vehicles currently allowed to use the lane.

Department for Transport research pessimistic about whether driving offenders will choose to attend courses for those committing road traffic offences.