Drivers are being warned they could face a £2,500 fine if they don't fully clear their car's windows of snow and ice, as wintry weather looks set to hit the UK. Although this week has been fairly mild, forecasters are predicting it will be much colder next week, with snow likely in some places.
It can be fairly common in winter to see cars with some snow and ice still on the windscreen, as people hurry to get going with their morning commute. But many people don't realise that they are committing a driving offence if they don't take the time to make sure their windscreen and windows are completely clear, BirminghamLive reports.
If the driver's view is partially obscured by snow and ice, this clearly poses a safety risk, and so the police may get stop you if this is the case. They could impose a fine of up to £2,500 and three penalty points.
