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Brits 'on the brink of driving ban'

More than one million motorists in the UK are currently on the brink of a driving ban, according to new research.

Experts at Direct Line have found that over 20 per cent of the 4.5 million drivers with penalty points on their licence are facing a ban, if they were to receive one more conviction.

This represents an increase of four per cent over the past 12 months.

In light of these findings, concerns have arisen that speed cameras are excessively penalising UK drivers, leading to significant cash fines and driving bans.

Research shows that nearly half of all speeding convictions are administered to drivers over the limit by less than 10mph.

Under new government proposals those caught speeding within this margin could be subject to fewer penalty points, plans which are welcomed by 75 per cent of drivers.

Emma Hoyler, Direct Line motor spokesperson, also supports the idea of a graduated penalty points system but urges drivers to stay within the law.

"We urge motorists not to break the law as they could face numerous consequences such as killing or injuries themselves or others, disqualification, job loss and financial loss," she said.

Speed cameras in England and Wales generate total revenues of some £115 million each year, according to the Mirror.

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29/03/2007 14:34:49

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