Patrols and vehicle checks planned in Sussex amid national campaign targeting uninsured drivers
Police officers in Sussex are backing a national campaign against uninsured driving, with patrols and vehicle checks due to take place this week.
The Operation Drive Insured 2026 campaign is run in partnership with the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB).
“Driving without insurance puts other road users at risk and can have serious consequences when collisions occur,” Sussex Police said in a Facebook post, which has been shared across the county.
“It can also leave victims facing unnecessary stress and financial loss.”
Officers urged motorists to check their cover before setting off.
“Before you get behind the wheel, take a moment to make sure your policy is valid and that you have the correct level of cover in place,” the post read.
The MIB says simple mistakes can leave motorists uninsured without realising it.
“Missed or failed payments can cause your policy to be cancelled,” the bureau said.
It advises drivers to check that automatic renewal is still active, that their registration number is correct and that their policy covers how they use the vehicle, including for commuting or deliveries.
Motorists can use the MIB’s free online checker to see whether their vehicle is listed as insured. Their policy documents set out who can drive it and what the cover includes.
Read the MIB’s Drive Insured guidance at: https://www.mib.org.uk/drive-insured/