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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Aletha Adu Political correspondent

Robert Jenrick criticised over use of government cars during driving ban

Robert Jenrick smiles as he walks along Downing Street
Jenrick received a six-month driving ban for driving at 68mph in a 40mph zone on the M1. Photograph: Amer Ghazzal/Rex/Shutterstock

Robert Jenrick has faced criticism over his use of taxpayer-funded government cars during the period when he was banned from driving after speeding.

The Conservative leadership candidate, who was then the immigration minister, received a six-month driving ban in April 2023 for driving his Land Rover at 68mph in a 40mph zone on the M1 on 5 August 2022.

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