article_snippet: A move to introduce life sentences for killer drivers has been welcomed by families of victims.
article_snippet: Since he trial, the Simons's families have been campaigning for tougher sentences for dangerous drivers.
article_snippet: Call for tougher laws:
article_snippet: It is shocking to walk here in a normal suburban street and see what can happen.
article_snippet: Mr Skidmore added: 'We have fought the campaign to get laws changed, which could already prevent future deaths but We want to go further.'
article_snippet: Drivers who flee the scene of an accident without stopping and motorists using their phones at the wheel will also be targeted with harsher punishments.
article_snippet: The Justice Secretary says those caught using mobile phones behind the wheel have 'no excuse' with the hands-free sets available to drivers today.