Jeff Brazier admits speeding on A16
TV presenter pleaded guilty to two offences related to a speeding incident in Lincolnshire.
Television presenter Jeff Brazier has pleaded guilty to two driving offences. He was caught speeding in his Volkswagen campervan on the A16 near Burwell, Lincolnshire. An automatic camera recorded Brazier driving at 37mph in a 30mph zone at 11.11pm on April 5.
The 47-year-old, who resides in Essex, also admitted to failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver. Lincolnshire Police sent Brazier a letter notifying him of the charge on September 18.
Driver identification
Brazier stated in his defence that he had been behind a police car that was driving within the speed limit for the stretch of the A16. He indicated that he believed he was in a 40mph zone, a road he uses frequently. He expressed regret for not checking on the progress of his solicitor regarding the charges, accepting that he had made an error.
Regarding the offence of failing to identify the driver, Brazier explained he had contacted his solicitor believing the speeding charges were incorrect. He assumed the matter had been resolved as it was not discussed further.
Brazier entered his pleas through the fast-track Single Justice Procedure and was not required to attend court.
Questions this report answers
01What offences did Jeff Brazier plead guilty to?
Jeff Brazier pleaded guilty to speeding and to failing to provide information relating to the identification of the driver. He was caught driving 7mph over the 30mph limit on the A16 near Burwell, Lincolnshire.
02What was Jeff Brazier's explanation for the speeding offence?
Brazier stated he believed he was in a 40mph zone and was behind a police car that was adhering to the speed limit. He also apologised for not following up with his solicitor, which led to him missing the opportunity to contest the charge.
03Where and when did the speeding incident occur?
The incident occurred on the northbound A16 near Burwell, Lincolnshire, at 11.11pm on April 5. An automatic camera recorded Brazier driving his Volkswagen campervan at 37mph in a 30mph zone.
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