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WHEN you’re faced with a one-way street, you may wonder what would happen if you drove the wrong way down it.

Here’s everything you need to know about the rules and penalties involved if you do this.

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There are rules and penalties involved if you drive down a one-way street[/caption]

If you accidentally enter a one-way street going in the wrong direction, you should NOT reverse back out.

An investigation by The Sun found motorists could potentially face a hefty penalty for simply driving backwards on residential streets.

Drivers could be hit with a careless driving charge, which carries a £100 on-the-spot fine and three penalty points.

The Highway Code states that “you must not reverse your vehicle further than necessary”, which is also backed up in the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986.

So if a police officer sees you and decides reversing out of the street could be reckless or potentially dangerous to your passengers, pedestrians or other road users, you could face a penalty.

If you continue driving in the wrong direction, you could also be fined for either failing to comply with a traffic sign or careless driving.

Instead, the best option is to pull over and wait for a safe time to turn around.

Expert advice

Jack Cousens, head of roads policy at the AA, said: “We all take a wrong turn on occasion, but one of the worst ones to make is where you head in the wrong direction of a one-way street.

“Should a police officer witness you enter the one-way street incorrectly, you could be hit with a careless driving charge.

“However, they may exercise some leniency and decide that the embarrassment caused is punishment enough.”

Facing a fine

Both failing to comply with a traffic sign and careless driving carry £100 on-the-spot fines, as well as three penalty points on your licence.

Ignoring a traffic sign could even see you fined up to £1,000 if you contest the charge and it goes to court.

There is a strict maximum £2,500 fine and three points for reversing on a motorway or main carriageway, whereas the law for residential streets is left up to the interpretation of traffic cops.

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Reversing for a distance deemed further than reasonable by police could land you with a fine[/caption]

Other rules to be aware of

Reversing on a residential street is of course still permitted within reason, like when parallel parking.

But motorists could find themselves in hot water if they drive backwards for a distance further than what is deemed reasonable.

For example, if a driver reversed all of the way down a street to find a parking space rather than just going round the block, they could face a fine if caught by police.

One-way systems can have multiple lanes, and knowing which one to be in can be tricky at first.

When driving down a one-way street, it is worth remembering that you can drive on the right-hand side of the road if there are multiple lanes and you intend to turn right.

Make sure to give yourself enough time to get in the correct lane and complete the MSPSL routine — mirror, signal, position, speed and look — before changing lanes.

A HEATING expert has revealed a simple trick homeowners can do to make their homes cosier this autumn, for just £1.

Summer now appears to be well and truly over, and many of us have likely been struggling to keep warm this week as we are battered with a deluge of wind and rain.

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With rising bills, it can be tricky to keep warm in the cold winter months[/caption]

It may be tempting to turn the heating on at the first sign of autumn, however with energy bill having risen from October 1 and the Winter Fuel Payment scrapped many of us will be doing all we can to keep costs down.

With this in mind, experts at The Underfloor Heating Store have revealed some budget friendly hacks for keeping you home toasty.

Foil Behind Radiators

Covering the back of your radiators with foil takes just 10 seconds, and could greatly improve the temperature of your room.

“The foil acts as a reflector and reflects heat back into the room to prevent it escaping through any external walls”, the expert revealed.

To try out this hack, simply cut out a strip of foil that is the same length as your radiator, and use tape to secure if to the back.

“Alternatively, you can wrap cardboard in foil and place this behind the radiator for a sturdier fit”, the expert added.

Foil is super cheap, and you can pick it up from the supermarket, for around £1.

Seal Cracks In Floorboards

Stripping floors back to their original floorboards has become a popular trend this year.

However, floorboards can lack insulation and increase air flow, making the room feel colder.

To help retain heat within your floors, you can pick up floor sealant for around £5, and use it to fill in any gaps or cracks.

“Floor sealant works as a draught proofer for rooms and can be used on original flooring, laminate or tiles”, the expert said.

“You can also buy sealant for other interior features, too, such as door frames and skirting boards to increase heat retention within the home.”

Opening And Closing Curtains

If you are completely strapped for cash, here’s one hack that you can do without spending a penny.

In the day time, make sure your windows are open, and keep them closed at night.

The expert said: “Allowing natural light and sunlight into your home will aid in keeping your house warmer throughout the day, whilst closing them in the evening will help to retain the heat when the nights draw cooler.

“Furthermore, curtains in heavy fabrics such as suede, velvet and cotton are great for trapping heat whilst floor-length curtains help with added insulation and keep window drafts from entering the room.”

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A HORROR blaze ripped through a Newcastle home after a huge ‘explosion’ as cops warn residents “keep doors and windows closed”.

The house fire was sparked at an address in Violet Close, in the Benwell and Elswick area, at around 1am.

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Local reports suggest there was a huge ‘explosion’ in the early hours of the morning[/caption]

Police have urged residents to avoid Violet Close as fire crews battle the “large scale incident”.

Road closures are in place on Buddle Road and the surrounding areas.

Locals were warned to keep their doors and windows closed if they see or smell smoke.

Witness reports on social media claimed there was an “explosion” in the early hours of the morning.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “We are currently at the scene of a fire at an address in the Violet Close area of Newcastle.

“Please avoid the area.

“Road closures are in place on Buddle Road and the surrounding area, and residents should keep doors and windows closed if they see and smell smoke.”

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service said: “We currently have several firefighting appliances in attendance at a large scale incident in Violet Close, Newcastle.

“Please avoid the area and keep doors and windows closed until further notice. Thank you.”

THE UK’s rate of inflation was 1.7% in September, new figures have shown.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said the Consumer Price Index (CPI) measured 1.7% in the 12 months to September.

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The Consumer Price Index was released today[/caption]

It comes after inflation rose by 2.2% in the 12 months to August, unchanged from July.

Inflation is a measure of how much the prices of everyday goods such as food and clothes, and services such as train tickets and haircuts, have increased compared to a year earlier.

It’s important to note that when inflation drops it doesn’t mean that prices have stopped rising, it just means they are doing so at a slower pace.

The Bank of England has a target of keeping inflation at 2%.

Today’s reading marks the first time in three years that inflation has fallen below the central bank’s target.

Today’s figures further suggest that the state pension is now expected to rise from £11,502.40 to £11,975 per year – a £473 boost.

That’s because of the triple lock system, which sees the state pension rise in line with whatever is highest out of: wages for May to July, 2.5% or September’s inflation figures.

Revised statistics being released on Tuesday revealed that growth in employees’ average total pay was 4.1% in the three months to July – not 4%.

Today’s inflation figures do not outpace this.

BETHANY Platt is confronted by a thug in a balaclava as she’s released from hospital in Coronation Street.

The character – played by Lucy Fallon – has had a dramatic few weeks after being rushed to hospital in Turkey following a botched liposuction procedure.

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Bethany Platt is confronted by a balaclava wearing thug in Coronation Street[/caption]

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The thug breaks into the flat just as Bethany gets back from hospital[/caption]

She was left fighting for her life after contracting sepsis, before being told the damage caused to her bowels, doctors had to fit a permanent stoma.

On top of that, her partner Daniel had revealed to her mum Sarah that Bethany’s insurance was invalidated because she never told them she was going for surgery – meaning it was up to them to foot the bill.

At the time it was already up to £15,000 and increasing by £2,000 every day that she remained in hospital, and medics won’t let her leave the country until it’s paid up in full.

The situation meant Bethany’s grandmother Gail Platt – who recently returned to Weatherfield – had to take out a loan to get her back home.

But in upcoming Coronation Street scenes, Bethany’s ordeal takes a shocking turn.

The episodes see Sarah collect Bethany from hospital and reject a call from an unknown number, as Bethany breaks down in tears.

Meanwhile in the prison, a frustrated Damon is clearly trying to get through to Sarah, his former love.

Back home, Sarah settles Bethany at the flat before heading out to do some food shopping.

Later, Bethany hears the door open but is shocked to see it’s not her mum but an intruder in a balaclava.

Can she hide in time? 

Meanwhile, the stress of the past few weeks seems too much for Gail (Helen Worth) as she is rushed to hospital.

It comes after the family end up in a huge row, as Gail snaps at David and Sarah (Tina O’Brien) as they continue to argue with her new beau Jesse.

She tells them to get out of the house but soon after, Jesse finds her struggling to breathe and clutching her chest, so calls an ambulance.

Will Gail be OK?

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Coronation Street airs on ITV1 and is available on ITVX.