Government Targets Hit-and-Run Drivers | Leicester News

The government’s cracking down on drivers who flee accident scenes, calling it “unacceptable” and preparing tougher penalties — including possible penalty points or driving bans — after a May consultation. They’re also considering delaying license reinstatement for serious offenses like death or major injury, mirroring drunk driving rules. Victims’ groups want fleeing police too to carry the same consequences as leaving an accident scene. Concrete changes could be announced by August. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d01a5910eb65c08a