Uninsured drivers need harsher punishment

24.09.09

With insurance premiums for younger drivers sky high, and one in five people getting behind the wheel without motor insurance, Brits believe young motorists caught driving without insurance should face tougher penalties, according to research from moneysupermarket.com.

The survey by the UK's leading price comparison site found two thirds of Brits (62 per cent) think motorists caught behind the wheel without adequate motor insurance should face heftier penalties than are currently being enforced. In addition, 18 per cent think the driving age should increase from 17 to 21 and 16 per cent think either the Government or the motoring industry should subsidise younger drivers to stop them getting behind the wheel uninsured.

Steve Sweeney, head of motor insurance for moneysupermarket.com said: "While 17-year-olds will be rubbing their hands with glee at finally being able to own their own motor, most will be in for a big shock when trying to insure their car. Insurance

Source: Easier (press release)

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