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> Maybe making a regualr speeding fine a life changing amount rather than the negligable sum it is now would improve people's behaviour, raise some much needed revenue and save a few lives too

The fine is negligible if you are well off. It isn't if you aren't. If you get points (for SP-30), the increase in insurance is about £300-400. So the actual cost of the fine is closer to £400-500 which is the rent for the month.

There has already been talk of making the fine be adjusted to how much you earn.

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MaxBarraclough|5 years ago

Accumulating enough points results in suspension of your licence, it's not only about insurance costs.

forest_dweller|5 years ago

Not always. There are quite a few drivers with more than 12 points on the road.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-40862975

I personally am aware of many people that were speeding at well over 100mph. When they went to the majestrate they were let off with 6 points. People get away with things that should get them a suspension all the time.