Complaint by driver of car that her privacy had been intruded upon. During a traffic programme, 
her alleged errant driving was described on-air and she was identified by describing her as the “lady driving a red car with registration plate *** ZN”. Complainant identified by friends and colleagues through her personalised number plate. Complainant did not have opportunity to explain or defend her alleged errant driving. Tribunal finding that broadcaster went one step too far in identifying driver. Description of “person (or woman) driving a red car” would have been sufficient information for motoring public to take necessary steps in the interest of road safety. Tribunal finding that legitimate public interest in road safety did not override Complainant’s right to privacy. Broadcaster found to have contravened clause 38 of Code of Conduct and reprimanded. Complaint upheld.
