A DRIVER has been banned from the roads after failing to provide breath for analysis for drink-driving.

Sasha Halls, of Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, was suspected of having driven a vehicle whilst under the influence and was asked to provide a specimen or specimens of breath for analysis.

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The 48-year-old admitted the charge in Colchester Magistrates’ Court.

As a result, Halls was handed a £250 fine, and banned from driving for one year.