A driver who accumulated 12 penalty points within seven days on the same road has narrowly avoided a potential six-month ban after a court determined that the signage was “inadequate.”

The controversy stems from a rogue 50mph sign placed in a 40mph zone along the A20 at Sidcup, south-east London, which is believed to have led to hundreds of motorists receiving speeding tickets.

Stay connected to UKNIP via Google News
ENJOYED THIS STORY? Choose UKNIP as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.
Add as preferred source on Google

We are your go-to destination for breaking UK news, real-life stories from communities across the country, striking images, and must-see video from the heart of the action.

Follow us on Facebook at for the latest updates and developing stories, and stay connected on X (Twitter) the for live coverage as news breaks across the UK.

SIGN UP NOW FOR YOUR FREE DAILY BREAKING NEWS AND PICTURES NEWSLETTER

Your information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy

YOU MIGHT LIKE