A BISHOP'S Waltham man has been fined for careless driving.

Barry Jerome, 78, of Rareridge Lane, drove a Vauxhall Astra on Botley Road, Curdridge, without due care and attention on Wednesday, May 15, a court heard.

Appearing at Aldershot Magistrates' Court on Monday, November 25, he pleaded guilty to the offence.

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He has been fined £440, and must also pay a £176 victim surcharge and £110 costs.

The total amount of £726 must be paid in full by December 23.

Jerome has also had nine points added to his driving licence.