Department for Transport

How to apply for or renew a Blue Badge online

Disabled drivers who are eligible for a Blue Badge can apply or renew via the UK Government website. We explain the process.

Famous Tyne Bridge to benefit from £41m of road funding

The Tyne Bridge is one four major road schemes across England to be allocated funding by the Department for Transport.

How the 6-month Covid MOT extension worked

MOTs for cars, motorcycles and light vans were granted a temporary six-month extension due to the coronavirus crisis. We explain how the process worked.

Revealed: the first place in Britain you can legally ride an e-scooter

Internet searches for e-scooters increased hugely during lockdown, but drivers risk losing their licences by riding privately-owned scooters on the road.

Electric car green number plates to launch in autumn

100% zero emissions electric car owners will be able to fit number plates with a green flash from this autumn to advertise their green credentials

Most accidents happen on slower roads

Research shows the vast majority of roads accidents take place on slower roads. However, you're more likely to die on a faster road in the countryside.

Cars could be banned to aid social distancing

The government has written to councils encouraging them to create car-free streets during the Covid-19 lockdown. And Brighton has already taken action.

Government figures reveal huge decline in road and rail travel

Department of Transport statistics show how measures taken to slow the spread of coronavirus have affected car use and public transport.

COVID-19 lockdown could lead to increased drink-driving

UK motorists are being warned about driving while over the legal alcohol limit, as the coronavirus lockdown causes home drinking to dramatically increase.

Coronavirus: Can I still drive my car?

As the UK enters a state of coronavirus ‘lockdown’, freedom of movement will be restricted. However, there are some valid reasons for driving a car