The Independent reports that the number of drivers banned from UK roads has exceeded 140,000, marking a 15% increase compared to the previous year. This figure represents approximately one in every 374 licensed drivers. Bans are primarily a result of serious driving offenses, including accumulating 12 points on a license or committing grave offenses like drink driving. Projections indicate that in 2025, the majority of these bans are concentrated in northern regions, particularly in cities like Liverpool, suggesting ongoing issues with road safety in these areas.
Driving bans in the UK have surged by 15% this year, with more than 140,000 drivers currently disqualified, reflecting an increase in dangerous behaviors on roads.
In 2025, cities in northern England, such as Liverpool, have been reported as key areas with the highest concentration of banned drivers, highlighting regional disparities.
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