They can also seize a vehicle if they think it’s being driven by someone who does not have a proper licence or insurance, if it's dangerously, illegally or obstructively parked and if it's broken-down or abandoned. Here are some the vehicles removed from the road in and around Lancashire last month. These images are from the 'LancsRoadPolice Twitter feed.
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It would appear that people who are ignoring health protection regulations also don't have consideration for other things too.... Like the speed limit or the requirement to have a full driving licence like this driver stopped on the M61 at Chorley. Vehicle now seized. | other
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This Hyundai i10 had no insurance and has now been seized in Leyland. Thank you very much to the passing member of the public who delivered an ice cold refreshment to the officer to say thank you. It was much appreciated. | other
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Not wanting to be outdone by MN11 (seized the last 2,) HO30 and HO31 both at the same time followed cars coming out of Leyland that had no insurance. The a Peugeot had not been insured for over 3 months and the Vauxhall was driven by a disqualified driver. | other
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The driver of this van was stopped in Burnley having been seen to swerve all over the road. He provided a roadside reading of 66 and was duely arrested. He failed to provide in custody and so his day in court awaits. | other