Northern Ireland bans overtaking school buses at bus stops

Drivers in Northern Ireland will be prohibited from overtaking school buses at bus stops starting in September, following new legislation. The new law, announced by Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins, aims to enhance child safety and will also reinforce existing regulations regarding bus lights and signage. Fixed penalty notices will be issued for non-compliance. This legislation follows recent tragic events and is part of a broader effort to improve road safety, including 20mph zones near schools and a Graduated Driver Licensing scheme.