BRITS are overwhelmingly in favour of Government proposals to track down and fine foreign drivers who break UK traffic laws.

A survey by motor insurance quote finder www.motorinsurance.co.uk found that 77% of the 562 motorists surveyed want foreign drivers to face the same penalties as UK drivers.

They also called for regulations to be tightened to prevent foreign drivers avoiding licence endorsements and fines by simply heading home. The proposals are part of the Road Safety Bill, expected to come into effect from January next year.