An actor known for his roles in EastEnders and a James Bond film has appeared in court after being caught driving at 24mph in a 20mph zone near his £1.2 million home. The case has drawn attention because the star is also responsible for caring for his seriously ill wife and daughter.
The court heard that the actor was driving slightly over the speed limit, but his defence described how he was juggling his busy career with ongoing responsibilities at home, supporting and looking after his family’s health needs. Despite this, he was still required to answer to the speeding charge.
In court, the judge heard how the area near his home had a strict 20mph limit for safety reasons, and even small breaches were being taken seriously by local authorities. The actor expressed regret at the incident and said he understood the importance of road safety — especially close to residential areas and near his own home. He will face whatever penalty the court decides, though it’s expected to be on the lighter side given the circumstances of his family commitments.