Number plates

DVLA's January auction of private number plates was an online event. Read our report on the prices paid and the most interesting plates.

Scotland uses the standard GB registration system but maintains a distinct identity through "S" prefixes and the optional use of the Saltire flag, which can be legally displayed on any UK plate. From historic investments like "S 1" to creative themed plates, these registrations allow drivers across Great Britain to celebrate Scottish heritage and culture.

The latest news from the world of number plates. Plates for China's autonomous cars; Oklahoma's censored plates; Ghana's radio number plates hit a snag; Pakistan to auction special plates, and more...

A cross-party parliamentary report criticises the UK's number plates system as insecure. We look at the issues and the suggestions regarding how to fix them

The latest news from the world of number plates. Illinois takes action against feds who break number plate rules; High tech smart plates for Dubai; Irish police go after illegal number plates, and more...