Tough message for drivers
PA Wellington The confiscation of cars should be considered as punishment for reckless and dangerous drivers, said the Opposition spokesman on Transport, Mr Warren Cooper, Their right to free hospitalisation and access to accident compensation payments should also be reviewed, he said, "Tough medicine may be the only answer. It is time to deliver a clear message to those responsible for accidents caused by neglect and recklessness." „ . Some people were "getting away with murder and mayhem on the roads," L , "With the cost being picked up by the public purse, the State is virtually paying people for law-breaking,” Mr Cooper said.
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