Officers Curb Kerbside Emissions

by liamssoft | June 7, 2007 at 03:30 am

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New laws governing leaving your engine idling are now being enforced by newly appointed EC officers. I already turn my engine off whilst in gridlock motorway jams where accidents cause queues anything from half an hour to 10 hours. The idea is a good one but does anyone actually know about this law.

Emissions control officers have started to pound the streets of Scottish towns and cities in an attempt to reduce pollution from engines left ticking over by motorists.

They have the power to carry out roadside emissions tests or, as is more often the case, tap on windows and tell drivers to switch off or face a fine of £20 and upwards.

In Scotland, all local authorities can apply for powers to carry out roadside emissions testing under the Road Traffic (Vehicle Emissions Scotland) Regulations 2003.