A 'Big Brother' speed chip plan

Madam, – In the same way that large vehicles have tachometers to ensure that drivers take regular rest stops, surely it is possible…

Madam, – In the same way that large vehicles have tachometers to ensure that drivers take regular rest stops, surely it is possible for all new cars – and possible all cars – to be issued with an electronic “speed-recording” chip. This chip could be subject to testing as part of the NCT and for driving licence renewals.

And to those who cry “Big Brother”: exactly. – Yours, etc,

FRANK CLOHOSEY,

Bracken Court,

Donnybrook, Douglas, Cork.