Matthew Evans

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New 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehicles

6 days ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Matthew Evans

The UK's roads are home to around 7,000 speed cameras – the fourth highest amount in the world (Image: PA) Over 100 new ultra speed cameras are being trialled on roads in the UK. There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK 's road network, and in 2022 they resulted in the prosecution of 245,043 people – the highest figure since records began. The Jenoptik VECTOR-SR is the latest in speed camera tech. It can catch drivers speeding on either side of the road, and see inside cars.
The Grand Tour’s brand new line-up revealed after Clarkson, May, Hammond quit

1 week ago | burytimes.co.uk | Matthew Evans

The show ran on Prime Video from 2016 to 2024, starring May, Richard Hammond and Jeremy Clarkson following their departure from the BBC's Top Gear. (Image: PA) The Grand Tour’s replacements for Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May have been revealed, per reports. The show originally ran on Prime Video from 2016 to 2024, starring May, Hammond and Clarkson.
Beloved Coronation Street couple look set to split on tonight's ITV episode

1 week ago | burytimes.co.uk | Matthew Evans

In tonight’s episode, his efforts set their relationship back even further. (Image: ITV) Corrie fans, take note, there are a lot of spoilers ahead. Tonight's Coronation Street episode may not have aired just yet, but it is currently available on ITVX, and it looks like a beloved couple is set to split. Tensions have been high between Eileen Grimshaw and George Shuttleworth for several months, with things only getting worse after the death of Julie Carp.
Nationwide calls for rule change in order to help thousands of first-time buyers

1 week ago | burytimes.co.uk | Matthew Evans

Nationwide said March was its busiest month for mortgage lending and its strongest day on the last day of the month. (Image: PA) Nationwide wants to help 10,000 hopeful first-time buyers after a record month of lending. The high street bank is also calling for mortgage affordability rules to be relaxed to do so. The lender said home buyers had been rushing to complete purchases ahead of tax relief being slashed from April.
Police say youngest victim injured in Liverpool parade crash is 9 years old

1 week ago | burytimes.co.uk | Matthew Evans

All 79 people injured are understood to be British, and the eldest victim was 78. (Image: PA) The youngest victim injured in the Liverpool title parade crash on Monday was aged just nine, police said. All 79 people injured are understood to be British, and the eldest victim was 78. Merseyside Police said on Thursday in response to journalists’ questions asked at a press conference on Tuesday.
Fear of flying? Expert reveals trick that could save your sanity at 30,000 feet

1 week ago | thetelegraphandargus.co.uk | Matthew Evans

A man is seated in a chair, holding a cell phone in his handAn expert has revealed a list of unusual but highly effective tips that are already helping nervous flyers. (Image: Getty Images) With summer holidays fast approaching, many of us are dreaming of blue skies and sunshine. But for the 1 in 4 Brits, the journey itself can be more panic than paradise (I'll include myself in that bracket).
Asda urgently recalls item in which a child could become 'tangled or trapped in'

1 week ago | burytimes.co.uk | Matthew Evans

The emergency warning relates to a kids' item, which features Disney characters and branding. (Image: PA) Asda has urgently recalled an item in which a child could become 'tangled or trapped in'. The emergency warning relates to a kids' item, which features Disney characters and branding. The Office for Product Safety and Standards issued the recall for the George 'Stitch and Angel' 2-piece set available at ASDA. The PSD number is 2505-0161. See the recall here from Asda.
Two Coronation Street legends set to quit show next week with a third teased

1 week ago | burytimes.co.uk | Matthew Evans

New spoilers have confirmed when exactly the two characters will leave the show. (Image: PA) The looming departures of two Coronation Street characters are set to happen next week. Viewers knew Sue Cleaver was leaving her role as Eileen Grimshaw, after it was announced months ago, after 25 years of her being on the soap. Ryan Thomas would reprise his role as her son, Jason Grimshaw, but only for a short stint.
Coronation Street legend Ryan Thomas speaks out on return to ITV show

1 week ago | burytimes.co.uk | Matthew Evans

He returns home after finding himself “struggling for money,” explains Ryan. (Image: PA) Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas has spoken openly about his return to the show. The 40-year-old joined the soap as Jason Grimshaw when he was just 16 years old and continued playing the character for another 16 years. During that time, Jason ran out on his wedding to Sarah Platt by jumping out of a window and saved young Simon from a fire after a tram crash.
Former Coronation Street star spotted working 'normal job' after being axed

1 week ago | somersetcountygazette.co.uk | Matthew Evans

"Over the five years I've spent there I have learned so much about the world and the industry and now feel I am ready to spread my wings a little." (Image: ITV) Coronation Street's Adam Hussain has been seen working a 'normal job' not long after announcing his departure from the ITV soap. Adam, who portrayed Aadi Alahan for half a decade, the son of Dev Alahan and twin to Asha, has decided to move on from the iconic soap after two years.