Proactive Patrols results in a section 165 on Tivey Road, Eckington.

Proactive patrols 🚔

On Wednesday 14th January PC Stancill, from the response team, was out doing proactive patrols when he spotted a vehicle that caught his attention.
Following checks, it was confirmed that the vehicle was being driven with no insurance. As a result, the vehicle was seized under Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act, and a Traffic Offence Report has been submitted.
 

Why is insurance important?
Driving without insurance is a serious offence. Insurance is there to protect everyone involved if a collision occurs – covering injuries, damage, and financial losses. When a vehicle is uninsured, victims may be left to deal with the impact alone, causing unnecessary stress and expense.
 

👥 Impact on the community
Uninsured driving increases costs for law‑abiding motorists through higher insurance premiums and puts other road users at risk. Proactively identifying and removing uninsured vehicles from the road helps improve road safety, promotes responsible driving, and protects our community.
The response team and Eckington SNT will continue proactive patrols to keep our roads safe and deal with offences appropriately.