"It's claimed [uninsured drivers] cause hundreds of crashes and cost the economy millions."
This was in response to a police crackdown this week on uninsured drivers.
Claimed? I would have thought it's more of a fact than deserving of being something which is claimed.
It is claimed that man evolved from apes.
It is claimed that mudguards keep you dry.
It is claimed that Jeremy Clarkson has silly hair and wear tight jeans unbecoming of a man of his girth and age.