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SPEEDING law changes that could spare thousands of drivers from bans have been signalled by the Home Secretary, David Blunkett.
Penalty points could be cut from three to two for minor infringements, according to The Times.
The Transport Secretary, Alistair Darling, agrees that a “sophisticated” approach is needed, Mr Blunkett told the paper.
“It should not be beyond us,” he said.
The plans come after Conservatives called for points to be axed on all but the most dangerous stretches of road.
Motoring organisations then warned changes could send out “mixed messages”.
At present, speeding drivers receive at least a £60 fine and three points.
They are disqualified from driving when they reach 12 points.
The shadow transport secretary, Damian Green, said those caught by 3,500 cameras around Britain should not receive points.
He argued that points should only apply in areas where the risk of death was greatest, covered by around 1,000 cameras.
The penalties for those breaking the limits near schools or in areas with high numbers of pedestrians should also be increased, Mr Green said.
Ministers are concerned about being outflanked by the Tories, who see drivers as a natural support base and are deliberately targeting them with car-friendly policies.
