If new government proposals are to go ahead, then driving penalties could get a lot more severe very soon. Offences such as speeding are to have their penalties increased by up to 50%, so instead of three points and a £60 fine, those breaking the limit could be looking at double that amount. It isn’t only speeding that is destined to be treated more severely, as using a hand-held mobile phone or not fastening your seat belt could also see you in severe driving hot water.
If fines were to go ahead, then the government could stand to gain an extra £33.5 milion a year in driving penalties alone, but they haven’t stopped there. They are planning to introduce fines for other offences, such as tailgating and cutting up other drivers, which would incur an on the spot £90 and three points on your licence.
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