Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

United Kingdom

dipsydoodle

(42,239 posts) Fri Aug 16, 2013, 04:16 AM Aug 2013

Lane hogging and tailgating on-the-spot fines in force [View all]

Careless drivers across Britain who hog lanes or tailgate can now be punished with on-the-spot police fines.

Under the new measures, officers can issue £100 fines and three points rather than taking drivers to court.

Ministers said it would make tackling problem motorists easier. The AA said a third of drivers risked facing a fine.

Fixed penalties for a number of offences, including using a phone or not wearing a seatbelt while driving, have also risen from £60 to £100.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-23713732

10 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

Lane hogging and tailgating on-the-spot fines in force [View all] dipsydoodle Aug 2013 OP

Forgive my ignorance but what is "lane hogging?" KansDem Aug 2013 #1

You wouldn't understand because as far as I'm aware dipsydoodle Aug 2013 #2

Thanks! KansDem Aug 2013 #5

Don't quote me, sulphurdunn Aug 2013 #3

In LA, the fast lane is usually to the left. JDPriestly Aug 2013 #4

$73.00 ! dipsydoodle Aug 2013 #6

The British rule makes a lot of sense muriel_volestrangler Aug 2013 #7

Generally, pedal bikes should not be on freeways. I'm assuming that these four-lane roads are JDPriestly Aug 2013 #8

It's a general rule on all roads muriel_volestrangler Aug 2013 #9

I agree that slow traffic stays to the right, but we allow passing from the right. JDPriestly Aug 2013 #10