Classic Minis turned into electric cars – it’s happening

‘Mini Recharged’ has been launched giving the British classic hatch an electric feel

Plastic bag charge in Scotland to double to 10p

The move is expected to come into effect from 1st April

Single-use plastic bag charge to double to 10p and extend to all retailers

The government has confirmed small retailers that employ 250 people or less will no longer be exempt from the levy

Zero Emission Zone: Polluting car drivers in Oxford city centre face £10 charge

Those who fail to pay the charge could be fined up to £120 under the proposals.

Coffee cups
Scotland plans to introduce charge for single-use cups

The amount has yet to be confirmed, however, environmental advisers previously suggested a charge of between 20p and 25p

VW bosses charged with alleged market manipulation over emissions scandal

German prosecutors allege the executives failed to inform US investors early enough about the emissions cheating tests

Majority of young Brits ‘would consider electric car if price is right’

Some of the concerns cited were the range of EVs, finding somewhere to charge and the time it would take to recharge

Bristol consults on Clean Air Zone to tackle pollution

The consultation is open until 12th August 2019

London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone comes into force today

It will apply 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in addition to the weekday Congestion Charge

New York taxi
New York hails congestion charge for yellow taxis

The move aims to reduce the number of cars on the streets in busy parts of Manhattan