Mum slams ‘ridiculous’ £70 fine for reversing into her own driveway on ‘red route’ road

A MUM has slammed the “ridiculous” £70 fine she was given for reversing into her own driveway.

The furious driver - known only as Stephanie - was caught waiting on a no-stopping zone to safely back into her own drive in Reading, Berkshire.

Stunned Stephanie, 51, received a £70 fine in the post from her local council for stopping on double red lines outside her home.

The "red route" lines were painted along a bus route to ease congestion.

In November 2019, the red route in West Reading was made permanent– meaning drivers caught stopping on the route can receive a £70 fine, reduced to £35 if paid within two weeks.

There are a number of exceptions to the rule, including buses, postal services, refuse vehicles and emergency services.