Birmingham Tops List of UK's Worst Areas for Uninsured Driving

New data from the Motor Insurers' Bureau reveals Birmingham as a hotspot for uninsured drivers, prompting a nationwide crackdown.

The Motor Insurers' Bureau (MIB) reports that Birmingham holds eight of the top 15 spots for uninsured driving in the UK.
In 2023, police seized over 130,000 vehicles for lack of insurance, with nearly 115,000 more seized so far this year.
Uninsured and hit-and-run drivers cause significant economic impact, costing the UK up to £2.4 billion annually.
The MIB's Operation Drive Insured campaign aims to increase police activity and public awareness to reduce uninsured driving.
Every 20 minutes, someone in the UK is involved in an accident with an uninsured or hit-and-run driver, highlighting a critical safety issue.