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Road Traffic (Unlicensed Drivers) 2025-02-04
04 February 2025
Lead MP
Will Stone
Debate Type
General Debate
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Defence
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Will Stone raised concerns about road traffic (unlicensed drivers) 2025-02-04 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Will Stone introduced the Harry Parker Bill, aiming to provide that an unlicensed driver who has never held a valid driving licence and who causes the death of another person by driving commits the offence of careless driving under section 3 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. He highlighted the tragic case of Harry Parker, a 14-year-old boy killed by an unlicensed and uninsured driver who fled the scene. The lead MP stressed that the current law fails to address the issue effectively, as no charges were brought against the offender. Will Stone urged the House to ensure that no other family endures such loss due to gaps in our legal system.
Will Stone
Lab
Swindon North
The MP expressed his condolences to Harry Parker's parents and highlighted the tragic incident where an unlicensed driver caused the death of a young boy. He criticised the current legal framework for failing to address the issue, stating that driving without a licence should be deemed careless or dangerous driving.
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