At first reading. I was horrified by this. When I thought about it, however, I don't see that this is any different to any one of a number of situations where we are actively encouraged to report people for anything ranging to shouting too loud to buying the wrong kind of shopping. Remember those "Anti terrorism" ads that promoted spying on your neighbours?
I love this quote from the Mail.
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They are made online - with the accused driver never knowing who is responsible.
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As if the Police
ever tell anyone who is responsible for the complaint made against them. The Police couldn't, as it could result in serious consequences for the person making the complaint.
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It is not clear how fellow drivers or pedestrians are supposed to know whether a person behind the wheel has been drinking.
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Perhaps if they are driving erratically, or are clearly driving too carefully? Sticking to the centre of the road? There's three ways.