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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Neil Shaw & Ellie Kemp

The cold weather law that can see drivers slapped with £2,500 fine

Motorists are being warned about the dangers of a commonly-broken road law which could see them land a £2,500 fine.

New research found that most drivers have admitted to portholing, an offence where people do not fully clear ice, frost or snow from the windows of their vehicle. In some cases people leave a small 'porthole' to see out of.

More than half of UK motorists admit they have done this, reports WalesOnline, risking a fine of £60. But this could rise to £2,500 if their vehicle is deemed dangerous – and three points on their licence.

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