Motorists complying with the law and ensuring that they have a valid motor insurance policy in force when they drive on public roads will be pleased with the planned measures to come down more heavily on motorists who drive without car insurance.
Drivers using cars on our roads without the minimum legal requirement are costing the compliant drivers dear so it is extremely pleasing to see the government giving increased powers to police authorities to try and secure compliance.
Even with the introduction of such initiatives, there of course, remains a chance that some people may not get their letter, are on holiday or simply forget and there is the risk that some people will see a £100 penalty as a cheaper option that insuring their car but the issuing of warning letters and the targeting of persistent offenders will hopefully serve as sufficient warning to anyone tempted to try and save a little money.
After the warning letter has been sent, a £100 fine will be imposed on those breaking the law.
Following that, anybody who is still found to have no insurance, faces losing their vehicle.
Compounding the misery for the offender will be the conviction that they can expect to receive being added to their licence which will, in all likelihood, increase their next insurance premium further.