Motorists caught speeding at more than 10 mph over the limit will be sent on "speed awareness courses" (isn't that what a speedometer is for?) which will have their prices hiked up to a £100*. By increasing the number of one-day programmes and raising revenue, Dibble hope to keep roadside cameras switched on despite funding cuts.
*Currently motorists caught speeding and issued with three penalty points are fined £60.
Safety cameras across the country have been under threat as the ConDems have reduced the road safety budget, but they now could be saved by a fines increase.
First time offenders will be given points only if they break the limit by 10% plus 9 mph, under the plan which is being backed by more than 20 Rozzer Farces. Motorists caught doing up to 42 mph in a 30 zone will be offered the chance to go on the course under the proposals.
Those doing up to 50 mph in a 40 zone and 61 mph in a 50 zone will also get the opportunity to escape points- but pay up to £100.
However, speeders caught breaking the limit more than once will automatically be issued with points and a fine and will not be given a second chance on an awareness course.
Coppers will keep one third of £100 course fees which they will give to councils to keep the cameras running.
£100 is still cheaper than a track day...
First time offenders will be given points only if they break the limit by 10% plus 9 mph, under the plan which is being backed by more than 20 Rozzer Farces. Motorists caught doing up to 42 mph in a 30 zone will be offered the chance to go on the course under the proposals.
However, speeders caught breaking the limit more than once will automatically be issued with points and a fine and will not be given a second chance on an awareness course.
Coppers will keep one third of £100 course fees which they will give to councils to keep the cameras running.
£100 is still cheaper than a track day...
*Currently motorists caught speeding and issued with three penalty points are fined £60.
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