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Tougher penalties needed to make nation's roads safer

Legislation to charge those acquitted of dangerous driving with careless driving is to be fast tracked in a bid to crack down on those who flout road safety laws, according to a government minister.

FEATURES 7 January 2026

Tougher penalties needed to make nation's roads safer

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Tougher penalties needed to make nation's roads safer

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