Q594: What is the national speed limit?

Questions

• Can I wear sunglasses whilst driving at night?
• Have you got any tips for driving on the motorway?
• I've heard that sometime in 2018 learner drivers will be able to have lessons on motorway driving – is this true?
• What should I do if I break down on the motorway?
• What types of vehicles are not allowed in the outside lane on the motorway?
• Are the safety cameras calibrated?
• Can I get banned for speeding?
• Can I go on a speed awareness course instead of having points on my licence?
• How do I know what the speed limit is?
• How long will the penalty points/endorsement stay on my licence?
• How many points will lead to a ban?
• How will accruing penalty points affect a newly qualified driver?
• I have a problem with the traffic calming arrangements in my street/I would like to have traffic calming installed in my street. Who should I contact?
• I have got a speeding ticket but I have misplaced my licence, what should I do?
• I have got a speeding ticket can I see the photographic evidence?
• I have received a Notice of Intended Prosecution but I can't remember who was driving?
• I have received a Notice of Intended Prosecution, but I wasn't driving, what should I do?
• If I tamper with my vehicle's number plate so it can't be read, is it illegal?
• Is it illegal to drive a car with a broken speedometer?
• Is there a requirement to have signs to warn motorists that there are safety cameras (both fixed and mobile)?
• What are the rules for towing caravans / trailers with cars?
• What is a notice of intended prosecution?
• What will happen if I get stopped by a police officer for speeding?