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Written question asked by Lord Bradshaw (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 15 December 2004. It was answered by Lord Davies of Oldham (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 December 2004.


Davies of Oldham, Lord

Question
Whether the fixed penalty fines laid down in the Traffic Management Act 2004 for breaches of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 are sufficient, in view of the fact that these criminal offences are pursued through the magistrates' courts where the costs incurred by highway authorities exceed the likely fines imposed. [HL 313]. - Including figures.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL 313; 667 c96-7WA
Session
2004-05
Subjects
Costs Fixed penalties Fines Prosecutions Magistrates' courts Utilities Road works
Legislation
Traffic Management Act 2004
New Roads and Street Works Act 1991
Contains statistics
Yes