Road Policing Checks

Officers from Road Policing in the Highlands have been ensuring drivers are fit to drive and vehicles are safe and roadworthy.

Between Thursday, 20 to Saturday 22 April, 2023 road policing patrols were carried out in Nairn, Thurso and Golspie.

More than 150 vehicles were stopped and eyesight tests carried out. Two drivers failed the test and were reported to DVLA for DVLA to carry out further investigations into the drivers’ fitness to drive.

Other offences detected included an overweight vehicle and a vehicle being driven with a dangerous load and tyre offences. One driver and operator were reported to the Procurator Fiscal, Inverness and the other drivers were issued with fixed penalties.

Sergeant Calum MacAulay of Highlands and Islands Road Policing said: “We would encourage drivers to get regular eye tests to ensure they can continue to drive safely. Some people may have passed their test decades ago and may not have had their eyes tested so it’s beneficial to have regular check-ups. If you need glasses or lenses then please wear them at all times when driving. We remain committed to ensuring our roads are safe for all road users.”