1. TODAY Road Traffic LawsWhat are they? Issues Changes to laws

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3. Road Traffic Laws What laws do you know of about driving?

4. Use the handout on Road Traffic Acts to complete the following table. LAWSPENALTIES Driving without tax or MOT£1000 fine max.

5. Proposed changes to road laws The UK government is considering introducing a graduated licensing scheme: – Not taking the driving test until 18 – Complete minimum number of lessons before taking a tougher test – Zero alcohol limit for one year after taking test – Ban on carrying passengers aged 10 to 20 from 11pm to 5am for one year after test.

6. EVIDENCE FOR: 17-19yr olds are ten times more likely to have an accident than a 30 year old. AGAINST: 70% of 17 year olds rely on their car to drive themselves to work.