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UK Proposes Doubling Fines for Uninsured Drivers

1/4/2026

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The UK government plans to raise penalties for uninsured drivers, with fixed penalties potentially doubling to £600, as part of the Road Safety Strategy.
Local transport minister Lilian Greenwood emphasized that uninsured driving harms victims and raises costs for law-abiding drivers.
The consultation will also consider stricter penalties for unlicensed motorists and those without valid MOTs to improve road safety.

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The UK government plans to raise penalties for uninsured drivers, with fixed penalties potentially doubling to £600, as part of the Road Safety Strategy.
Local transport minister Lilian Greenwood emphasized that uninsured driving harms victims and raises costs for law-abiding drivers.
The consultation will also consider stricter penalties for unlicensed motorists and those without valid MOTs to improve road safety.