Driver Wins Case Against Kingston Council over Roadworks Fine, Warning 3,000 Other Motorists May be Owed Refunds A driver has successfully overturned a roadworks fine issued by Kingston Council, highlighting potential implications for thousands of other motorists. The driver was fined for allegedly speeding through roadworks on Kingston Road. However, the driver argued that the road markings and signage were inadequate and misleading, leading to confusion and the unintentional breach of the speed limit. Following a hearing at Kingston-upon-Thames Magistrates’ Court, the judge ruled in favor of the driver, quashing the fine. The judge agreed that the roadworks signage was unclear and that the driver was not deliberately trying to break the law. This ruling has raised concerns about the accuracy and fairness of roadworks fines issued by Kingston Council. It is estimated that over 3,000 drivers may have been fined under similar circumstances. The driver’s legal representative, Motorists Action Group, has advised potentially affected motorists to apply for refunds. According to the group, drivers who believe they were wrongly fined should contact Kingston Council within 28 days to request a refund. “This case is a significant victory for drivers who have been penalized unfairly,” said a spokesperson for Motorists Action Group. “It highlights the importance of clear and accurate signage on roadworks to prevent confusion and injustice.” Kingston Council has not yet commented on the ruling or the potential refund implications. However, it is expected that the council will review its roadworks signage and enforcement procedures in light of this decision. Drivers who have received fines for speeding through roadworks in Kingston are advised to contact the council or consult with a legal representative to determine their eligibility for a refund.2024/25 UEFA Conference League First Qualifying Round Draw
2024/25 UEFA Conference League First Qualifying Round Draw The draw for the first qualifying round of the 2024/25 UEFA Conference League took place on June 18th, 2024, at the House of European Football in Nyon, Switzerland. The two-legged matches will be played on July 11th and 18th. Draw Results | Home Team | Away Team | |—|—| | Inter Club d’Escaldes | FK Velež Mostar | | SP Tre Penne | Floriana FC | | FC Milsami Orhei | FC Torpedo | | FCI Levadia Tallinn | FA Šiauliai | | Paide Linnameeskond | Bala Town FC | | La Fiorita 1967 | FC Isloch Minsk Region | | Crusaders FC | Caernarfon Town FC | | FC Urartu | JK Tallinna Kalev | | KF Vllaznia | Valur | | Derry City FC | FCB Magpies | | Home Team | Away Team | |—|—| | FK Buducnost Podgorica | FC Milsheva | | F91 Diddeleng | Atletic Club Escaldes | | FK Partizani | Marsaxlokk FC | | B36 Torshavn | FK Auda | | Linfield FC | Stjarnan | | KF Tirana | FC Torpedo Kutaisi | | St Joseph’s FC | Shelbourne FC | | FK Sarajevo | FC Aktobe | | Connah’s Quay Nomads FC | NK Bravo | | FK Liepaja | Víkingur | | Home Team | Away Team | |—|—| | KF Shkendija | FC Noah | | Breidablik | GFK Tikves | | FK Mornar | FC Dinamo Tbilisi | | KuPS Kuopio | FC UNA Strassen | | FK Žalgiris | VPS Vaasa | | FC Dinamo Tbilisi | FK Partizani | | FC Milsami Orhei | FC Torpedo | | FK Sarajevo | FC Aktobe | | FC Urartu | JK Tallinna Kalev | | KF Vllaznia | Valur | Seedings Teams were seeded based on their club coefficient rankings established at the start of the season. Seeded teams are marked in bold. Draw Procedure The 50 teams were divided into five groups of ten teams, with an equal number of seeded and unseeded teams in each group. Three bowls were used to draw the teams, one for each seeded group and one for each unseeded group. The first ball drawn from each group determined the home team for the first leg of all matches in that group. The second ball drawn determined the away team. Match Dates Match dates and kick-off times will be announced on June 21st, 2024. Calendar Elaboration The stadiums, dates, and kick-off times for all qualifying matches will be determined by the home clubs in consultation with their respective associations. Match Changes The UEFA Board may change or confirm dates and kick-off times in accordance with the principles established by the Club Competition Committee.
