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Motorists have been cautioned that they could be slapped with a hefty £2,500 fine and even lose their driving privileges for making way for an ambulance. According to motoring experts at
LeaseCar.uk, drivers in the UK could find themselves on the wrong side of the law if they fail to adhere to traffic regulations while allowing emergency vehicles to pass. Even with good
intentions, drivers could face charges of careless driving if they neglect road rules when moving aside for emergency vehicles. Rule 219 of the Highway Code stipulates that motorists must
take appropriate action to let an emergency vehicle pass, but this must be done while still obeying all traffic signs. Drivers who move out of the way for a blue light vehicle under
inappropriate circumstances could be hit with a £2,500 fine, a driving ban, and penalty points. If it's deemed that the driver could have put themselves or other road users at risk
while moving, this could escalate to prosecution and a charge of dangerous driving. Disregarding traffic lights or road signs is considered dangerous driving and could result in severe
penalties including an unlimited fine and a driving ban. Drivers who pull into a yellow box junction or enter a bus lane to allow an emergency vehicle to pass could also be stung with a
£1,000 fine. Motorists who ignore the rules of the road while trying to let an emergency vehicle pass could find themselves facing a hefty fine. According to the Highway Code, a motorist
should never panic when an emergency vehicle approaches and must always follow traffic signs without putting themselves or other road users in danger, reports Bristol Live.
LeaseCar.uk's Tim Alcock said: "Many motorists in the UK will be shocked to find out they risk eye-watering fines for letting an emergency vehicle pass. With the best intentions,
it is most people's instinct to move out of the way when they hear sirens so ambulance drivers, firefighters and police officers can get to an emergency quickly. "We are not saying
for one minute not to move for emergency vehicles but please ensure it's done safely and within the law. "For example, running a red light to let an emergency vehicle through is
considered a traffic offence and could result in a large fine or even a driving ban." He added sternly: "This may sound ridiculous and unfair, but anyone found to be endangering
themselves or other road users will be punished for breaking the law if caught out. "Getting stuck with a blue light vehicle behind you is stressful, but it is important to keep a cool
head and always follow the rules of the road to avoid being stung with avoidable fines."