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The Irish Sun
3 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Impeccably restored Ford Escort kept in same family for 50 years finally sells for staggering 6-figure sum
AN impeccably preserved Ford Escort which was in the same family for nearly 50 years has been sold for a staggering sum. The 1976 Ford Escort Mk II RS 1800 was kept off the road in a barn for most of its life. 4 1976 Ford Escort Mk. II RS1800 sells for a staggering sum at an auction Credit: Historics Auctioneers 4 The rare car was kept in the same family for 50 years Credit: Historics Auctioneers 4 The vehicle sports a low mileage as it was kept in a barn for most of its life Credit: Historics Auctioneers The amazing vehicle was purchased in 1977 for an unknown amount but the owner only drove it for ten years. The motor then underwent a restoration and was hidden in a barn for over 35 years. After the owner's recent passing, his widowed wife has put the Ford up for sale at auctioneers Historics, of Iver, Bucks. The exceptionally rare vehicle sparked a bidding war and went under the hammer for a whopping £276,000. read more on motors His ' pride and joy' was originally registered to the Ford Motor Company and one of just five cars used by Ford as a Press car. There were only 109 examples manufactured all together of the model which enjoyed huge rallying success in the late 70s and early 80s. Its rallying abilities were enhanced by the 1.8-liter Cosworth BDA (Belt Drive A-Type) engine which generated over 240bhp. The lightweight and nimble chassis and suspension of the Mk. II were carried over from its predecessor. Most read in Motors Its responsive handling and balance, especially on loose gravel surfaces, made it a driver favourite thanks to its rear-wheel-drive setup. The white car with the small strip of bright and dark blue paint above the wheels has only travelled a total of 24,186 miles, or 500 miles annually on average. Iconic 1965 Ford Racer that starred in Top Gear is so rare only two in the world exist - but could be yours at auction The sought-after Ford has undergone a second revamp before the auction but has to be treated gently due to its low mileage. A Historics spokesperson said: "Beyond its rallying success, the Escort RS1800 Mk II remains a cherished car among enthusiasts and collectors. "Its combination of performance, history, and timeless design continues to captivate fans. "Restored and modified examples are frequently seen in classic car rallies and events, a testament to its enduring legacy. "The car sat in a barn for 35 years with the rebuilt engine sat on a pallet next to the RS1800. "Time had taken its toll and another restoration project was undertaken, with the plan to present the car in the best possible condition. "The registered keeper sadly passed away and the car is now registered in the name of his widow. "It runs beautifully although needs to be treated gently as it has only done less than 50 miles since the rebuild." 4 The iconic Ford has undergone two revamps to bring it back to its full glory Credit: Historics Auctioneers
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Karnataka High Court dismisses property claim over Bangalore Development Authority land after 53 yrs
Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a petition by a Bengaluru resident who sought to challenge a property acquisition made by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) more than five decades ago. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Venu, the petitioner, approached the court contesting BDA's rights over a property in Thippasandra, which was part of a land acquisition process initiated under the City of Bangalore Improvement Act-1945. The preliminary notification for acquisition was issued on Sept 22, 1970, followed by the final notification on July 15, 1971. Venu, who claimed he had purchased the property on Oct 4, 1995 — 25 years after the acquisition — approached the court on Sept 29, 2023, after BDA listed the site for e-auction as part of HAL 3rd Stage layout on Sept 16, 2023. He argued that he had possession of the 1,950 sqft site since 1995, had utilities and khata in his name, and claimed that BDA had never acquired the property. BDA countered that the petitioner had no valid title and pointed to the extensive delay in raising objections. The authority argued that subsequent purchasers cannot challenge acquisition proceedings long after the process is completed. Justice M Nagaprasanna, after reviewing the case, ruled that the petitioner failed to prove ownership or show that landowner Kenchamma had legally sold the site to him. The judge also relied on the Supreme Court rulings that bar subsequent purchasers from contesting land acquisition under the Land Acquisition Act-1894, stating that such purchases are done at the buyer's risk. "There is no need to examine beyond the timeline of events. The petitioner's claim collapses for lack of valid title and the inordinate delay of 53 years," the court observed. The petition was dismissed, leaving the BDA free to proceed with the auction of the site.
Borneo Post
3 days ago
- General
- Borneo Post
Sarawak Day car-free event draws over 400 in Bintulu
Pang joins participants in an aerobics session during the Sarawak Day edition of the BCFM. BINTULU (July 19): More than 400 people took part in the Sarawak Day edition of the Bintulu Car-Free Morning (BCFM) held at Tanjung Batu Beach here today. The event kicked off with an aerobics session, followed by a plogging activity and a Fun Hunt Run. Participants of all ages also enjoyed traditional games and various family-friendly activities throughout the morning. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang, who joined the event, said programmes such as BCFM should continue in the coming months as they promote a healthy lifestyle and foster community engagement. 'BCFM is a meaningful initiative that benefits both the physical and mental well-being of the community. It provides a positive platform for people to come together and stay active,' he said. A symbolic marker was also placed to designate a 5-kilometre route, which will serve as a permanent feature for future BCFM events. Pang expressed hope that the dedicated route will encourage more members of the public — including children, students, youths and senior citizens — to take up jogging and cycling regularly. He also extended his appreciation to all parties involved, especially Bintulu Development Authority (BDA), the main organiser of the event. 'I'm pleased to take part in today's BCFM. It not only promotes a healthy lifestyle, but also helps reduce carbon emissions and supports our vision for a Low Carbon Industrial Hub by 2030,' he added. Bintulu Car-Free Day johnny pang sarawak day
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Apartment Ownership Act: The Future of Urban Living
Bhubaneswar: Earlier this year on May 18, residents of a real estate project in Bhubaneswar organised a silent protest, demanding handing over of the common areas to the association of allottees, a must under the Odisha Apartment (Ownership and Management) Act, 2023. "The common areas have been specified in our project, which, according to the Act, belong to us and should be utilised by us. The builder, instead of handing over the areas, is using the space to construct roads to its other adjacent projects," Ajit Kumar Choudhary, president of the association of allottees, had said. Having been deprived of the common areas for a long time, the association later approached the court against the builder and got a stay order, which means that the builder cannot undertake any kind of construction in the common area. This was made possible all thanks to the Apartment Ownership Act which has significantly shifted the power dynamics between developers and homebuyers. "Without the regulations in place, we couldn't have challenged the developer. The Act gave us the upper hand and we secured a favourable decree from Orissa high court later in our case," Choudhary added. Introduced two years ago with the objective of clearly defining ownership rights of homebuyers in apartment buildings and establishing guidelines for the use of common areas and facilities, the Act's implementation took time owing to complications in apartment sale deed registrations and other factors. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search Ads Get Info Undo But ever since its implementation, the Act has brought unprecedented changes in how apartments are managed, owned and regulated. "The Act has several provisions which empower the homebuyers, who are now challenging the developers for their rights," real estate expert Bimalendu Pradhan, who, along with other activists, played a key role in raising awareness about the legislation, said. One of the most significant achievements of the Act was breaking the two-and-a-half-year-long deadlock in apartment sale deed registrations. The breakthrough came last April with the registration of the first association of allottees, leading to partial resumption of sale deed registrations in June 2024. This development was particularly crucial as the high court had previously mandated that registrations could only proceed when the apartments possessed all necessary legal documentation, including occupancy certificates, environmental clearances and fire safety certificates. The new registration process for the association of allottees under the Apartment Ownership Act, rather than the Societies Registration Act, 1860, ensures comprehensive compliance with all legal requirements. The Act's success is reflected in the numbers. Data from BDA, which is the competent authority in the capital city under the Act to issue certificates for registration of apartment owners' associations, revealed that out of 519 applications received for registration of allottees' associations in the past two years, 419 have been approved. As many as 70 of these approved applications have received declarations from the developers, establishing them as registered associations under the Act. BDA has further strengthened the Act's implementation through landmark orders recently. One significant directive empowers the allottee associations to discontinue essential services of occupants defaulting on maintenance fees. "We now have clear rules to deal with residents who enjoy facilities but refuse to pay maintenance fees," Santosh Acharya, president of a prominent housing society in Bomikhal, said. The state govt also continues to support the Act's implementation. Revenue minister Suresh Pujari has confirmed ongoing efforts to streamline apartment and part plot registration processes, while housing and urban development minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra highlighted a Feb 2025 notification for the Act that further clarified resale procedures. Issues, however, remain for registering the older apartments under the Act since many of them do not have documents like occupancy certificate, fire safety certificate and others. "The govt with the Feb (2025) notification (which notified the rules of the Act) should have brought a method of regularising these apartments," Pradhan said. As the Act continues to evolve and shape Odisha's real estate sector, it stands as a testament to effective policy-making that balances the interests of all stakeholders while ensuring efficient property management.
Daily Mirror
13-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Millions with 'unmet need' give up even trying for NHS dentist appointment
NHS polling suggests 14 million people in England are living with an 'unmet need' but are unable to get an NHS dentist More people are giving up even trying to get a dental appointment amid the ongoing NHS access crisis. More than a quarter of the adult population in England have an 'unmet need' for dentistry and are unable to access an NHS dentist according to the GP Patient Survey 2025. Analysis by the British Dental Association (BDA) shows that within this, some 5.9 million people have given up trying, saying 'I didn't think I could get an NHS dentist'. It suggests an increase of 550,000 people giving up when compared to 2024. BDA Chair Eddie Crouch said: 'We'll never make the shift from sickness to prevention when millions have given up even trying to access care.' READ MORE: Dentist being fined £150K by NHS for keeping patients' teeth too healthy The Government has made 'from sickness to prevention' one of the three key pillars of its NHS reform plans. The latest annual primary care survey of 700,000 patients suggests unmet need for NHS dentistry remains at an all-time high of £13.8 million of the population of England. Within this 5.7 million had tried and failed to get an appointment with an NHS dentist. Some 1.3 million were unable to access care because NHS dental charges were too expensive for them. The survey suggests 880,000 were on a waiting list for an NHS dentist. It comes after dentistry minister Stephen Kinnock vowed to revamp the NHS dental contract during this parliament. The contract is blamed by many for the current crisis which means most dentists are no longer taking on new NHS patients. It has been branded 'not fit for purpose' by the Health Committee and 'perverse' by the British Dental Association, as it disincentivises treating people who need care most. Dentists make a financial loss on high-needs patients. Contract reform is a key demand of the Mirror 's Dentists for All campaign and it comes a week after a series of special reports last week from Devon which is one of Britain's worst 'dentistry deserts'. However minister Kinnock admitted during evidence before the Health Committee this week that overall funding for NHS dentistry was unlikely to be substantially increased. The current £3 billion budget for England is only enough to fund care for half the population. The committee heard that the budget for England has fallen from £3.6 billion in a decade and the British Dental Association said it has meant a funding cut of a third in real terms. Eddie Crouch added: 'Our patients continue to face an historic crisis, that requires a proportionate response from government. 'Ministers agree that NHS dentistry is at death's door. But they don't appear ready yet to invest in the rebuild. It will take both urgency and ambition to save NHS dentistry.' A spokesman for the Department of Health and Social Care said: 'We inherited a broken NHS dental system and have begun fixing it, including 700,000 urgent appointments and supervised toothbrushing for young children in deprived areas. Our 10 Year Health Plan will transform dentistry. New reforms to the dental contract will prioritise those with urgent and complex needs, with new measures for those with extreme tooth decay and gum disease. 'We are also committed to fundamentally reforming the dental contract by the end of this parliament and ensuring NHS-trained dentists stay in the system for a minimum period '
