Speeding

• Are the speed cameras calibrated?
• Can I get banned for speeding?
• Can I go on a speed awareness course instead of having points on my licence?
• Can you tell me about the different types of speed camera most commonly used in the UK?
• Does there have to be signs to warn motorists that there are speed cameras (both fixed and mobile)?
• How can I tell what the speed limit is?
• How long will the penalty points/endorsement stay on my licence?
• How many points can I have on my licence before I face a ban?
• How will accruing penalty points affect a provisional or newly qualified driver?
• I have a problem with the traffic calming arrangements in my street/I would like to have traffic calming installed in my street. Who should I contact?
• I have got a speeding ticket and I want to see the photographic evidence, can I?
• I have got a speeding ticket but I have misplaced my licence, what should I do?
• I have got a speeding ticket/summons, but I wasn't driving, what should I do?
• I have seen some spray that can cover my registration number, is it legal?
• I stole a car when I was 15 and received penalty points as part of my punishment. What effect will this have when I am old enough to start driving?
• Is it illegal to drive a car with a broken speedometer?
• I've heard that if I don't exceed the speed limit by a certain amount I won't be prosecuted- is this correct?
• We have got a speeding ticket for our car but we cannot remember who was driving?
• What are the rules for towing caravans / trailers with cars?
• What is a notice of intended prosecution?
• What is the national speed limit?
• What will happen if I get stopped by a police officer for speeding?