Legislation news

13/04/2012 - New drug driving legislation on the way?

A new law could be implemented to tackle the problem of drug driving.

05/04/2012 - Drivers need to follow the law when driving with children

Motorists need to ensure that they have the correct children restraints when driving with children.

07/03/2012 - Car keys targeted by thieves

Car keys have become a target for thieves now that vehicles are more secure.

26/01/2012 - Govt takes action to reduce disruption from roadworks

The government has announced plans to discourage roadworks that cause the most disruption.

24/01/2012 - Driving theory test 'changed to improve road safety'

The government has announced changes to the driving theory test.

12/01/2012 - Car insurance 'could be more affordable with tougher whiplash rules'

MPs have blamed whiplash claims as a key reason for high car insurance premiums.

11/01/2012 - Govt 'should work with car insurance companies to lower premiums'

The Institute of Advanced Motorists has called on the government to work toward lower car insurance premiums for young drivers.

30/12/2011 - Govt funds 3D scanners to reduce motorway delays

The government has earmarked £2.7 million to introduce new technology it claims will reduce motorway delays.

15/12/2011 - Government looks to remove need for car insurance certificates

The government is looking to eradicate car insurance certificates as part of its Road Transport Red Tape Challenge.

29/11/2011 - Drivers without car insurance 'should be given larger penalties'

Uninsured drivers are getting away with it too easily, it has been argued.

08/11/2011 - 'Law must be tougher' if speed limit rise brought in

Police would have to crack down on people breaking the speed limit if drivers are permitted to travel more quickly on motorways, it has been argued.

31/10/2011 - M25 reaches 25th anniversary

The M25 has now been in service for 25 years.

14/10/2011 - Government launches review of road signs

The government is aiming to reduce confusion on the roads by conducting a review of signs.

26/09/2011 - Reform planned for NI drink-driving rules

Drink-driving limits in Northern Ireland should be reduced, a politician has said.

15/09/2011 - Making driving tests harder could tackle congestion, MPs claim

MPs have argued that making driving tests harder could reduce congestion on Britain's roads.

02/09/2011 - Drivers 'would take penalty points for a friend'

New research has shown motorists are willing to break the law for a friend.

25/08/2011 - Government publishes speed camera information

The coalition government is releasing data regarding speed cameras.

19/08/2011 - Highways Agency urges drivers to bag rubbish

A new drive has been launched to discourage motorists from littering.

17/08/2011 - People 'increasingly savvy' regarding car insurance

Many people are making savvier choices about car insurance.

01/08/2011 - Drink-driving increasing, ACPO finds

Figures from the ACPO show instances of drink-driving are rising.

25/07/2011 - Compliance with speed limits improving

Fewer drivers are speeding, research has found.

14/07/2011 - Car insurance fraud division launched

A new police force dedicated to car insurance fraud has been set up.

29/06/2011 - Driving tests 'to be more flexible and innovative'

Motorists could be set to take more innovative and flexible driving tests.

23/06/2011 - Government's uninsured driving clampdown 'will save lives'

It has been claimed the clampdown from the government on uninsured driving will save lives.

09/06/2011 - Drivers critical of rumoured changes to MOT test

A poll has found that motorists are not supportive of proposed changes to the MOT test.

07/06/2011 - North Yorkshire drivers given thousands of speeding tickets

Motorists in North Yorkshire have been given thousands of speeding tickets for driving too fast.

06/06/2011 - Scottish police launch drink driving campaign

Police in Scotland are clamping down on motorists who drink and drive.

03/06/2011 - Government launches drive to cut misuse of Blue Badges

The government is clamping down on drivers who abuse Blue Badges.

02/06/2011 - Drivers 'prefer training to fines'

A new poll has discovered that drivers do not believe fines are a good way to combat careless motoring.

26/05/2011 - Motorists reminded of car insurance rule change

The Department for Transport has reminded motorists that rules regarding car insurance are set to change.

11/05/2011 - Careless drivers to get on-the-spot fines

Police are going to be given the powers to issue on-the-spot fines.

18/04/2011 - Government to crack down on uninsured drivers

Drivers without car insurance are to be clamped down on by the government.

31/03/2011 - Plans mooted to ban cars from city centres

Cars could be banned from city centres by 2050 under plans mooted by the EU.

22/02/2011 - Driving safety clampdown launched

A new clampdown on drivers using mobile phones at the wheel has been launched.

08/02/2011 - Drug-drivers 'will face higher car insurance'

People with car insurance will need to pay higher premiums if they are convicted of drug-driving.

11/01/2011 - Government to clamp down on drivers without car insurance

Vehicle owners who do not have car insurance are being targeted by the government.

31/12/2010 - Driving without car insurance 'is not worth the risk'

Motorists have been told not to risk driving without a car insurance policy.

20/12/2010 - Drink-driving conviction 'can double a car insurance premium'

Motorists could face higher car insurance premiums if they have a drink-driving conviction, according to experts.

08/12/2010 - Snow on car roof 'could lead to drivers being penalised'

Motorists could be punished for driving without due care and attention if they have snow on the roof of their car, according to a police force.

06/12/2010 - Drink-driving conviction 'will hamper ability to get cheap car insurance'

Motorists with a drink-driving conviction could find it difficult to obtain cheap car insurance, according to the IAM.

19/11/2010 - Car insurance policyholders targeted with speed checks

Car insurance policyholders have been subjected to volunteer speed checks.

18/11/2010 - Sussex Police launch annual drink-drive crackdown

Sussex Police has announced the launch of its annual crackdown on drink drivers.

16/11/2010 - Speeding conviction 'jeopardises chances of getting cheap car insurance'

Motorists who want low price car insurance could find it harder to get an affordable premium if they have a speeding conviction, according to experts.