Category Archives: Driving Law
New powers to protect learner drivers by DSA
Driving instructor who pose threat to public safety will face immediate suspension under the new law from July 2012. Click here for more info How to find a good driving instructor by Noel Christopher ADI Need a driving instructor in … Continue reading
Careless drivers will be targeted
Careless drivers will be targeted under new proposals announced for consultation by Road Safety Minister Mike Penning. The proposals would make fixed penalty notices available for careless driving, giving the police greater flexibility in dealing with less serious careless driving … Continue reading
Government crack down on drug driving menace
The government announced plans today to crack down on those who drive while under the influence of drugs. Legislation unveiled in the Queens Speech will create a specific drug driving offense. Currently police have to demonstrate that driving had been … Continue reading
Year 2012 – Changes to the theory test: the facts
From 23 January 2012 the theory test will be made up of multiple-choice questions which are no longer published in learning materials. The reason behind the move is to stop candidates from simply memorising theory test questions and answers and … Continue reading
THINK! campaign to help children stay safe
The £700,000 campaign, which will run on television and in cinemas, is aimed at children aged six to eleven, and spells out the dangers of not taking care on the roads. Television adverts will highlight the importance of finding a … Continue reading
Traffic signs updated, clutter and red tape reduced in biggest signs review in 40 years
Unnecessary Whitehall bureaucracy will be tackled and costs for councils reduced following the biggest review into Britain’s traffic signing system for 40 years, announced today by Transport Minister Norman Baker. For further reading click here
High speed on our Motor Ways to 80 MPH
Government proposes 80 miles per hour motorway speed limit The Transport Secretary Philip Hammond has announced his intention to consult on increasing the our national speed limit on motorways from 70 mph to 80 mph. The government plans to launch … Continue reading
Dangerous drivers were set out by Transport Secretary Philip Hammond
Better enforcement and education to cut road deaths Plans to improve road safety education while taking tough action against the small minority of dangerous drivers were set out by Transport Secretary Philip Hammond today. Careless driving will be made a … Continue reading