A DRIVER has been banned from driving after being caught behind the wheel while she was disqualified.

Kayleigh Lucas, of Smithwood Avenue, Hindley pleaded guilty to the charge after driving in Wigan on March 26.

The 29-year-old has been disqualified for 18 months.

She must also carry out 120 hours of unpaid work and pay a £85 victim services surcharge fee and court costs of £85.

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Lucas was sentenced at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court yesterday, Tuesday.