Reckless drivers face permanent ban under proposed laws

People recklessly speeding on roads could be banned from driving entirely, even if they have committed only one offence under potential laws designed to cut road deaths.

Transport Minister Shane Ross confirmed he is considering the measure as part of a new graded penalty points system he wants to introduce which would see drivers given harsher penalty point fines for every 10km faster they are driving.

Under existing rules, drivers who break the speed limit are given standard penalty point fines for committing the illegal act as they are putting themselves and other people at risk.