MIB tackles uninsured driving with new police vehicle
The Motor Insurers’ Bureau is supplying police forces in the UK with a new vehicle to help tackle uninsured driving.
The dual-branded vehicle is fitted with in‑built Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) to identify suspected uninsured vehicles by comparing ANPR reads with MIB’s database of live motor insurance policies.
MIB is now supplying the vehicle to Staffordshire Police Force after a successful pilot with Avon and Somerset Police last year.
Chief Inspector Scott McGrath, from Staffordshire Police’s road crime team, said: “Reducing harm on our roads remains a top priority and removing uninsured drivers from them helps to do just that. I am delighted to see this partnership with the Motor Insurers’ Bureau. The new vehicle will go a long way to helping our dedicated road crime and road harm prevention teams tackle the blight of uninsured driving.
“This initiative is not just about enforcing the law but about protecting our communities. I look forward to seeing the impact this vehicle has on our mission to go after and take action against individuals who use the road network for criminality and to keep people safe.”
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Hayley Sutcliffe, law enforcement liaison officer at MIB, said: “We’re really proud to support Staffordshire’s Special Constables with this dedicated ANPR‑equipped vehicle. These volunteers give up their own time to help make the roads safer for everyone, and having reliable access to the right equipment will make a meaningful difference to their ability to identify and remove uninsured vehicles.
“We hope the visibility of this new car encourages drivers to double‑check that their insurance is valid and suitable for their needs. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this vehicle has and to continuing our strong working relationship with Staffordshire Police.”
