“UK Drivers Face £5,000 Fines For Unsecured Christmas Trees”
November 23, 2025
5:57 pm
United Kingdom authorities warn motorists that failing to secure Christmas trees could trigger fines up to £5,000 ($6,500), penalty points, and insurance risks.
UK motorists risk fines of up to £5,000 ($6,500), this Christmas if they fail to properly secure their festive trees, authorities and insurance experts have warned. Unsecured trees can obstruct drivers’ views or become dangerous projectiles, creating serious hazards on busy roads.
Car insurance provider Tempcover highlighted that carrying a tree that blocks vision or is inadequately fastened constitutes a breach of the Highway Code. Such offences are classified under careless or dangerous driving laws, which carry …
