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 MOTORCYCLE NEWS : GENERAL NEWS 15 / 08 / 08
 

Deaths by uninsured drivers at record level

Four people a week killed by uninsured drivers, softer penalties - what the hell's going on?

IN A REPORT published in today's Times newspaper the number of deaths caused by uninsured drivers has risen by nearly a third in the last six years, yet offenders have been dished out softer penalties.

The figures show the average fines for driving without insurance have dropped by 17 per cent since 1997, from £224 to £185. But uninsured drivers are killing a record four people a week.

The Government have disclosed the statistics in the run-up to its crack down on reckless driving, including texting, applying make-up and drinking coffee at the wheel. There will also be curbs on Britain's 1.5million uninsured drivers.

Theresa Villiers, the Shadow Transport Secretary, said: “Labour has repeatedly sent out the wrong message to irresponsible drivers who flout the law and dodge paying insurance. Under Labour crime does really pay.”

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Uninsured Drivers


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T509Speedy 
Posted: 15/08/08 18:43:12 12

I said it many times, the amount of foreign plated cars with no tax, insurance and the driver obviously has no licence is staggering in my area, however the police are more concerned with nicking people for speeding.

It doesnt effect you until they hit you or your car/motorcycle.

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