High pollen counts are expected in parts of the UK this Easter weekend, according to the Met Office's hay fever forecast.
Hay fever affects approximately 30% of the UK’s population, and with that forecast coinciding with the Easter holiday weekend and the expected bank holiday getaway on the nation's roads, hay fever sufferers are being advised to prevent their allergies from affecting their ability to drive safely.
Motoring expert Peter Vardy has revealed that driving while suffering from symptoms of hay fever could land you with a £1,000 fine - according to its latest research, driving while experiencing intense pollen allergy symptoms can be classed as a "failure to have proper control of the vehicle and a full view of the road". You can get more motoring news and other story updates by subscribing to our newsletters here.
