Stop for school buses or face fines: police issue safety reminder

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With the new school term starting on Monday, January 2, Abu Dhabi Police have issued a reminder for motorists about school bus safety.

A video posted on Twitter by the police department outlines the fines applicable for those who fail to wait when a school bus pulls out the 'stop' sign.

Drivers can be fined up to AED 1000 for not stopping. The penalties applies to vehicles on either side of the bus.
 

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