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Lots of arrogant persistent lawbreakers (speeders) often complain that speed cameras are a revenue stream for the government. With our huge deficit needing paying back somehow, I'd far rather see these people who knowingly flaunt the law at the same time as putting the rest of us at a higher risk than they need, foot more of the bill than the law-abiding tax payer.
Asked on 4 September 2010 by AL, via email
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Honest John
Yes, I have frequently advocated speeding fines rising to say £200 a go for transgressions of less than 10mph over the limit, and no points. That would be an excellent revenue earner because it would rarely be challenged. So the "arrogant" speeders would merely pay up. Points cause a problem because they eventually put drivers out of work and make them a burden to the state because they are unable to drive.
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