Justice Minister Naomi Long proposes increasing maximum sentence for death by dangerous driving to 20 years
Naomi Long outlined the plans in a meeting with victims families who have for years campaigned for change
Eighteen year-old Enda Dolan was knocked down by a driver who was high on drink and drugs
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Two families who have united to call for stiffer penalties after losing teenage children to dangerous drivers have criticised plans to impose 10-year prison sentences on travellers who try to evade coronavirus quarantine rules.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced on Tuesday that people returning to England from 33 red list destinations would have to pay £1,750 to quarantine for 10 days in Government-designated hotels.
Those caught lying about their movements could be fined £10,000 or jailed for 10 years.
But critics have said the penalties are disproportionate to the offence, with former Supreme Court justice Lord Sumption arguing the penalties are more severe than those for some violent or sexual offences.