Wearing a seat belt could save you from a £500 fine. It could even save your life.
You’re twice as likely to die in a car crash if you don't wear a seat belt.
In 2024, 1 in 3 people killed in road collisions in Greater Manchester weren’t wearing a seat belt.
Before every car journey, make sure everyone in the car, front and back, is buckled up before setting off.
What’s the law?
Seat belts
Not wearing a seat belt in the car could result in a fine of up to £500.
You must wear a seat belt if one is fitted.
There are only a few exceptions as everyone should wear a seat belt for every journey.
See when you do not have to wear a seat belt.
Children must either be in a car seat, or wearing a standard seat belt, depending on their age and height.
Child seats
Children must sit in an approved child seat, strapped in, until they are 135cm (4 feet 5 inches) tall, or until they are 12 years old (whichever comes first).
But it is advisable for children to use a child seat until they are 150 cm (5 feet) tall.
These rules apply to the front and back seats.