Street racing ban remains in force ahead of review

A ban on street racing in the Black Country remains in force ahead of a review hearing at the High Court.

The injunction, led by the City of Wolverhampton Council, covers the whole of the borough as well as Dudley, Sandwell and Walsall.

Granted in February 2024, it prohibits people from participating as a driver or passenger in a gathering of two or more vehicles, at which some of those present engage in racing, stunts, or other dangerous driving.

Wolverhampton councillor Obaida Ahmed, said the injunction continued to have a "positive effect" on reducing street racing in the area.

"Street racing is anti-social and highly dangerous and has led to a number of incidents across the Black Country which have, tragically, caused fatalities and serious injuries," Ahmed added.

The injunction also covers the organisers of car racing events and spectators who attend, with numerous street racers having received fines and suspended prison sentences.

The council said the order and power of arrest remained in force until at least 2027, subject to an annual review, with the next hearing set to take place on 26 February.

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