UK passengers face £1,000 fine for seatbelt mistake
A legal loophole means backseat passengers in the UK could be hit with a £1,000 fine for not wearing a seatbelt, even if the driver is unaware. Experts warn millions are at risk.
A legal loophole means backseat passengers in the UK could be hit with a £1,000 fine for not wearing a seatbelt, even if the driver is unaware. Experts warn millions are at risk.
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Millions of UK motorists are unaware that touching a phone at traffic lights or in stationary traffic remains illegal, risking fines and penalty points. Experts reveal the shocking loopholes in the law.