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UK drivers warned as commonly believed speed camera myth could see them fined

The long-standing '10 per cent +2' rule is a myth, not an official allowance, and drivers relying on it risk penalties including a minimum £100 fine.
This misconception stems from old enforcement guidance issued by the Association of Chief Police Officers, which allowed for a margin of error. However, individual officers retain discretion to prosecute drivers even within that perceived margin.
Police may offer an accredited speed awareness course as an alternative to a fine, but Gareth explained Courses are available only to drivers travelling at no more than 10 per cent, plus 9 mph above the limit.
Andrew Jervis, CEO of Click Mechanic, warned that the leeway misconception can cause fatal road traffic collisions. He stressed speed limits are based on road design and traffic flow, not figures to be exceeded.
GoSafe Casualty Reduction Officer Gareth Thomas stated speed vans do not have to be visible to deter speeding. Under the Police Act, flashing headlights to warn others could constitute an offence, though he emphasized his focus is education.

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