A recent operation involving Police Scotland and the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) led to the seizure of 206 cars belonging to drivers who failed to have proper insurance cover or a valid driving license.

Fears that current provisions are failing to curb the illegal use of mobile phones by drivers have led one commentator to suggest that motorists who use their mobiles illegally at the wheel should have them confiscated.

The Scottish Government and Road Safety Scotland have launched their annual festive anti-drink drive awareness campaign, and are reminding drivers that ‘the best approach is none’.