An industry expert has agreed with the advice to keep windscreens clear, but also called on drivers to be aware of other dangers

James MacBeth, managing director of Auto Windscreens, said: "I wholeheartedly agree that keeping your windscreen clean is a very important way to minimise the glare from brighter headlights. Evenings are already darker and weather generally worsens in the autumn and winter months, with falling leaves and spray making it harder to see.

"Ahead of Road Safety Week (November 16 to 22), we're calling for all drivers to 'clear the dashboard' as well as their windscreens. Stickers, chips or cracks on the glass, or items placed on dashboards like parking tickets, cups, toys and newspapers, as well as those dangling air fresheners or fluffy dice can obscure a driver's

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