Opposition says policy is in response to large increase in speeding fines caused by removal of warning signs
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Well-behaved NSW drivers will be able to have a demerit point removed from their licence in 12 months if Labor wins government in March.
The state’s opposition announced on Tuesday its support for a 12-month trial that would see drivers who remain infringement-free for a year rewarded with the removal of a demerit point. No changes would be made to existing punishments for drivers caught misbehaving.
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Continue reading…Opposition says policy is in response to large increase in speeding fines caused by removal of warning signsFollow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastWell-behaved NSW drivers will be able to have a demerit point removed from their licence in 12 months if Labor wins government in March.The state’s opposition announced on Tuesday its support for a 12-month trial that would see drivers who remain infringement-free for a year rewarded with the removal of a demerit point. No changes would be made to existing punishments for drivers caught misbehaving.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading…