StM1ike2021 A 77-year-old man with severe dementia was convicted in a fast-track court for failing to insure a car he no longer drove. The man had no memory of receiving a fine from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency. Judge Louise Hammond accepted a guilty plea on the man’s behalf, imposing a six-month conditional discharge. The … Read more
The Department for Transport has launched an independent review into National Highways’ speed cameras after a technical failure. This investigation will assess cases dating back to 2019, affecting 154 cameras across 10% of England’s motorways and major A-roads. Transport Minister Lord Hendy said drivers wrongly convicted of speeding may reclaim losses, such as increased insurance … Read more
The Government has announced a new road safety strategy aimed at reducing fatalities and serious injuries by 65% by 2035. Key measures include stricter drink-driving laws, mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70, and the introduction of automatic emergency braking in new vehicles. The strategy also proposes increased penalties for uninsured drivers and a learning … Read more
THE HOT STORY Campaigners are urging reform of the Single Justice Procedure (SJP) after an 87-year old woman with dementia was convicted for £43 of unpaid car tax. The SJP allows rapid prosecutions in closed hearings, raising concerns about wrongful charges against vulnerable individuals. Errors have seen wrongful prosecutions and charges against people who are … Read more
As a learner driver or a newly qualified driver (which lasts for two years from the date you pass your driving test) if you accumulate 6 or more penalty points, the DVLA will automatically revoke your driving licence. You will then need to start from the beginning, apply for a new provisional licence and retake … Read more
As a learner driver or a newly qualified driver (which lasts for two years from the date you pass your driving test) if you accumulate 6 or more penalty points, the DVLA will automatically revoke your driving licence. You will then need to start from the beginning, apply for a new provisional licence and retake … Read more
David Williams can help you. I knew I was in trouble as soon as I saw the police car pull out behind me. I knew I shouldn’t have had that 3rd pint but the banter in the pub was a laugh. My wife was out so I thought why not? I see in my mirror … Read more
Driving and Eyesight Requirements Learner Drivers – Do you have the right motor insurance? News Roundup. Abolition of the Criminal Court Charge. Tougher penalties for motorists using mobile phones whilst driving. The Criminal Court Charge – what is it? Driver education courses in Dorset Caught Drink Driving? What Happens Next? I aim to keep you … Read more
30th January 2020 In the UK there are two vision standards that drivers must meet to be able to drive a car on the road: How well you can see (your vision); and How far you can see around you (your visual field) Vision This is measured in two ways: – By reading the letters … Read more
9th February 2017 Laser Pen Law A new law will make shining handheld lasers at pilots, train or bus drivers an offence, regardless of whether the vehicles were put in danger. Offenders face being jailed or fined thousands of pounds. Civilian Patrols could fine Motorists Civilian Road Patrols could be handed powers to fine drivers … Read more
