Drivers face being 'charged' with police despite 'it not being illegal'

James Rodger
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Drivers and motorists have risked huge fines and could break Highway Code rules for wearing certain shoes when driving. Richard Evans, head of technical services at webuyanycar, said that more drivers would be switching their footwear to more comfortable or cooler options.

He said: "However, it’s important to make considered choices with driving shoes as loose footwear can be dangerous as they can slip off and potentially jam pedals. The DVSA states that drivers should be able to remain in control and advise they wear suitable footwear when driving.

"So, whilst it’s not illegal to drive in flip-flops, it is dependent on the ability to operate the controls safely." Mr Evans added: "If drivers are stopped by police whilst driving barefoot or in unsuitable footwear and they’re considered not in control of the vehicle, they can be charged with driving without due care and attention which could lead to a fine.

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“It’s important that drivers remain cautious of the type of shoes they wear whilst driving as those without a back, like flip-flops could cause trouble." It comes amid rising temperatures in the UK, with the Met Office saying today (Thursday): "Most areas will have a dry day with some warm spells of sunshine, the most prolonged sunshine developing across the south and east of England.

"However, cloudier skies will affect some northern areas giving patchy rain, especially across western Scotland." Looking ahead to tonight, it said: "The far north and northwest of the UK will be cloudy with some rain at times. Elsewhere it will remain dry with clear periods. A few fog patches forming later."

Its forecast for Friday: "Outbreaks of showery rain will develop across Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and the west of England. Elsewhere it will stay largely dry with spells of sunshine. Very warm in places."

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