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BBC News
24-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
What is a demerit point in cricket?
A demerit point is given to someone in international cricket who commits an offence that breaches the code of conduct for players and player support code was first introduced by the International Cricket Council (ICC) in September 2016. Offences that can lead to players and support staff being given demerit points include dissent, abuse of equipment, foul language and public criticism of a two-year period, a player's demerit points are converted into suspension suspension points mean a ban for either one Test, two one-day internationals or two Twenty-20 internationals, depending on which of those come first for the player or member of support staff in points last on a player's record for two years from the date of the offence and are expunged upon expiry.A player given demerit points can also by fined some - or all - of their match points are given out depending on the severity of the offence, which are ranked from level one to level four, with four the most one incidents are given one or two demerit points. Level two incidents are given three or four demerit points. Level three incidents are given five or six demerit points and level four incidents are given seven or eight demerit demerit points equate to four suspension points, meaning missing either two Test matches or four white-ball points system for offences is similar to the process in Formula1 for drivers, with suspensions coming from an accumulation of points, as well those points having an expiry 2017, India spinner Ravindra Jadeja missed a Test match against Sri Lanka after accumulating six demerit points within a 24-month article is the latest from BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team. What is Ask Me Anything? Ask Me Anything is a service dedicated to answering your want to reward your time by telling you things you do not know and reminding you of things you team will find out everything you need to know and be able to call upon a network of contacts including our experts and will be answering your questions from the heart of the BBC Sport newsroom, and going behind the scenes at some of the world's biggest sporting coverage will span the BBC Sport website, app, social media and YouTube accounts, plus BBC TV and radio. More questions answered... How do points work in the County Championship?Why batting positions matter in cricketWhy were South Africa known as 'chokers'?Do red, white and pink cricket balls behave differently?
CNA
29-05-2025
- General
- CNA
Demerit points for speeding are a stronger deterrent than fines, observers say
SINGAPORE: Increasing the number of demerit points as a penalty for speeding is a stronger deterrent than higher fines, given the higher incomes in Singapore, observers said on Thursday (May 29). harsher penalties for speeding will take effect from Jan 1 next year. A motorist caught exceeding the speed limit by 20kmh or less will face six demerit points, up from four. The composition fine will also increase by S$50 (US$39), to S$200 for light vehicles and S$250 for heavy vehicles. The penalties increase for those who exceed the speed limit more. Those who exceed the limit by 40kmh can be prosecuted in court, and those who exceed it by 50kmh or more will receive 24 demerit points, resulting in an immediate suspension of their licence. Associate Professor Walter Theseira from the Singapore University of Social Sciences' School of Business said demerit points are "more important" given that incomes are rising in Singapore. 'No matter how much money you make, getting a critical number of demerit points will result in a driving suspension, which is something that deters even very rich drivers,' he said. 'I expect the demerit point increase to actually be more important for many drivers in Singapore.' Mr Bernard Tay, chairman of the Singapore Road Safety Council, echoed that view. 'You go out to eat, another S$100 is nothing nowadays,' he said. The demerit point system is likely more effective since people would be concerned about that. People get a licence because they want to drive, and that can be taken away due to speeding offences, he added. 'What (they) want, you take it away, it's the most painful. Money (can be earned) back.' He also noted that a licence can also be revoked in serious cases, which would mean the driver has to take a driving test again. 'The fear of losing their licence may be far more sobering than a fine,' said Mr Jonathan Wong, founder of Tembusu Law. The demerit points accumulate and each violation brings the driver closer to suspension or revocation, which could disrupt their daily routines and livelihoods, he said. RIGHT TIME TO INCREASE PENALTIES Mr Tay added that the move to introduce stiffer penalties is timely, as speeding violations have increased in recent years. In 2024, there were 191,931 cases, a jump of 64.8 per cent compared to the previous year. Part of the reason may be that more cameras have been deployed, but either way, speeding puts road users at risk, he said. The police said in their annual road traffic statistics report that 33.1 per cent of fatal accidents last year were due to speeding, up from 24.4 per cent in 2023. 'It's the right time to send a message,' Mr Tay said, adding that education can only go so far, and the last resort is to change the rules to make the penalties tougher. As roads get busier, the law has to adapt and stay relevant, said Mr Wong of Tembusu Law. "I think the increase in fines and demerit points aims to strike a balance; firm where it needs to be, especially for high-risk behaviours like speeding, but still trying to be grounded in fairness," he said. Assoc Prof Theseira also said it was important to increase fines even if demerit points are more important. Low financial penalties when incomes are high are less effective, especially if they are outweighed by the benefits of breaking the rules, he said. 'For example, low parking fines are ineffective if it is cheaper to take a chance parking illegally than to pay for expensive parking. So revising the fine level upwards periodically is necessary to keep pace with rising incomes.' He noted that in some countries such as Finland, fines are pegged to the income of the driver. 'Richer people pay more for the same offence.' DRIVING WITH MORE CAUTION Drivers previously caught speeding said the increased penalties would make them more careful about staying within the speed limit. "I'll definitely be more careful. Increasing the number of demerit points and having harsher fines will ensure people are more careful," said 57-year-old Mr Gopal. He was caught driving 12kmh over the speed limit near Thomson Road and initially fined over S$100. The fine was dismissed after he appealed, as he had a "clean record', the real estate agent said. Another driver, Mr Ang, who once exceeded the speed limit by less than 20kmh at Ang Mo Kio, said the new regulations are good for those who are new on the road and taxi drivers. "The new regulations are good for new drivers because a lot of them are reckless. Or those old taxi uncles. They drive long hours and most of the time they're not cautious on the road," said the 30-year-old salesman, who has been driving for almost a decade. He was caught speeding while rushing between back-to-back appointments but was let off with a warning. Since then, he has become more cautious, especially now that he knows where the speed cameras are located. He also tries to spot Traffic Police officers using cameras for anti-speeding operations. "I roughly know where those snipers will be … so I will slow down." However, not all drivers have been able to avoid fines. Ms Marine was caught driving over 10kmh above the speed limit at the Bartley flyover while sending her son to school. She was fined $200 and penalised with 12 demerit points. Getting caught once was all it took to make sure she did not exceed the speed limit again, and Ms Marine believes the harsher penalties will deter more speeders from pushing the limit, particularly in school zones. 'Most people who drive should have no problem in paying the money, but if they clock up all the demerit points, it will forfeit their right to drive which brings a lot of inconvenience in their daily life,' the 41-year-old business owner said.
CNA
29-05-2025
- General
- CNA
CNA938 Rewind - Will more demerit points curb speeding-related accidents?
CNA938 Rewind Motorists caught speeding will face heavier penalties from 1 January 2026 that include more demerit points and higher composition sums. Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin find out more from Professor Raymond Ong, Transport Analyst and Deputy Head (Research), Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, NUS.
CNA
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- CNA
CNA938 Rewind - Will stiffer penalties for motorists caught speeding slow them down?
CNA938 Rewind Play Motorists caught speeding will face heavier penalties from 1 January 2026 that include more demerit points and higher composition sums. Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin find out more from Professor Raymond Ong, Transport Analyst and Deputy Head (Research), Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, NUS.
