#UK: Gov't Moves Up Ban On New Gas-Powered And Hybrid Vehicles From 2040 to 2035

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A ban on selling new gasoline, diesel or hybrid cars in the UK that had been discussed for 2040 will be moved up to 2035 at the latest, under government plans.

The change comes after experts said 2040 would be too late if the UK wants to achieve its target of emitting virtually zero carbon by 2050.

Boris Johnson unveiled the policy as part of a launch event for a United Nations climate summit in November. He said 2020 would be a "defining year of climate action" for the planet.

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#IRELAND: Motorists "Confused" By Plans To Phase Out Gas Vehicles

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Government plans to fast-track new laws to ban the sale of gas and diesel cars by 2030 have been criticised as "confusing" as thousands of motorists prepare to buy new cars in the coming days.

The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (Simi) said it was concerned about plans to bring forward the laws early in the new year.

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#BELGIUM: City Of Brussels Considers Confiscating Cars For Traffic Offenses

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The Belgian city of Brussels is considering confiscating the cars of drivers who repeatedly violate traffic rules, following the lead of cities like Antwerp and Mechelen.

There has been a string of accidents in Brussels involving pedestrians in recent weeks. Schaerbeek has seen several hit-and-runs, and just last weekend, a pedestrian was killed in an accident at Place Charles Rogier. Confiscating cars is seen as one way to prevent these accidents.

Over a one year period, Mechelen has taken four cars. The process is gradual; first drivers are told they are breaking the rules, then they get a visit from a police officer before having their cars confiscated.

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