Essex Police have today implemented a new Home Office initiative to double the fine drivers caught without wearing a seatbelt. The charge was a £30 on the spot fine, which has been increased to £60. The plans were announced following a government consultation which found that 14% of all drivers still don't bother to wear seatbelts, even though they have been proved to reduce the risk of dying in a 30mph crash by 60 percent.Home Office Minister Alan Campbell said: "We need to go further to make it clear to those who do not obey the rules that they are not only risking their lives but others too.” For more information on seatbelt requirements in Essex, please click here.
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