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Sentencing guidelines to be made stricter
Dangerous driving to attract tougher sentences

New sentencing guidelines published today recommend jail sentences of at least seven years for dangerous drivers who cause death on the roads. Courts in England and Wales receive guidance from the Sentencing Guidelines Council (SGC) today recommending “lengthy custodial sentences” for cases involving drugs, drink or “prolonged, persistent and deliberate bad driving”. Speculation that a… Read more »

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Boris Johnson wants more 'common sense' ideas
Johnson calls for “more pleasant” transport

Boris Johnson has said he will work with Transport for London (TfL) to make travelling on the capital’s transport system a “more pleasant” experience. At a speech to council leaders and senior staff at the London Councils Summit, the mayor of London said he will look at ways to improve journeys. His announcement came as… Read more »