Ghost Plates and Vehicle Crime

On 12 June, Sarah Coombes MP hosted an event in Parliament highlighting the growing issue of so-called ghost plates—illegal or cloned number plates used to evade detection and enforcement.

In response, Sarah Coombes MP has introduced a Ten Minute Rule Bill that would introduce stronger penalties for those using ghost plates to avoid detection. The Bill proposes fines of up to £1,000 and six penalty points for individuals found driving with illegal or cloned number plates.

The event underscored the urgent need for better regulation and enforcement mechanisms, as well as collaboration between industry, trading standards, and law enforcement.