Drivers to face tougher sentences for killing pedestrians and cyclists (in Scotland)

[icowden]

But they will still be able to drive again, which is preposterous.

Of course. One stupid decision at the age of 20 and it should blight the rest of their life. No point in allowing for rehabilitation and restitution. Just lock em up and throw away the key. It works well in the USA.

Inexperience should not be mitigation under any circumstances. You're either good enough to drive in a careful and competent manner, or you are not. If you are not then live roads are not the place to be further learning ones craft unless you have an instructor beside you.

Totally agree. Someone who has just passed their test at 18 should be as skilled, considerate and knowledgeable in their driving as someone who has been driving for 30 years. Experience never taught anyone anything - look at the Conservative Cabinet.