North Wales Police have joined Operation Scalis, a UK initiative to combat uninsured driving.

Through targeted enforcement and education efforts, they aim to reduce the number of uninsured vehicles on the roads.

Drivers caught without insurance face fines, penalty points, vehicle seizure and increased insurance premiums.

By collaborating with the Motor Insurers' Bureau, the force seeks to raise awareness about the consequences of driving without insurance.

Sergeant Alun Jones of the Roads Crime Unit at North Wales Police said: "Reducing the number of people killed or seriously injured on our roads remains our priority and removing uninsured drivers from our roads helps to do just that. We're pleased to be part of the MIB's Operation Scalis - a proactive ANPR initiative that enhances road safety and reduces the financial impact on law abiding motorists across North Wales.

"Many people will see uninsured driving as a victimless crime at best, or as only impacting on the profits of large insurance companies at worst, but this is not the case. Uninsured drivers are significantly more likely to cause a death or injury on the road and are also often involved in wider road crime. We witness far too often the devastation a road collision has on those involved, their families and the wider community. When this also involves an uninsured driver, there is also the financial cost associated with it.

"We are urging all drivers to respect other road users and drive insured. Protecting the public and keeping our roads safe for everyone is our priority and removing uninsured drivers from our roads helps to do that.”

Hayley Sutcliffe, Law Enforcement Liaison Officer at MIB, said: “We’re pleased to welcome North Wales Police as the first Welsh force to join this national initiative. Their involvement strengthens the collaborative effort to tackle uninsured driving.

“Uninsured driving is not just a legal issue; it has real consequences for road safety and for victims who are left vulnerable when collisions occur. By working together, we can better identify uninsured vehicles and act more efficiently.

“This partnership also gives us an opportunity to raise awareness among the public about the consequences of driving without insurance and some simple checks to avoid common insurance mistakes. Education is key to prevention, and we’re committed to supporting police forces in both enforcement and awareness.”