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LGA launches attack on DfT over traffic fine surplus plans

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Council leaders have hit back at the Department for Transport (DfT) over plans to restrict their ability to generate surpluses from traffic contraventions.

In response to a DfT call for evidence, the Local Government Association (LGA) issued a forceful rebuke to the Government and doubled down on its position, calling for higher fines to provide a 'stronger deterrent' and special penalties for repeat offenders.

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