In the UK I think it's about £60 (QR 355) for speeding but you get points on your licence which increase (substantially) your insurance for the next 3 years. The increase in insurance is way more than the original fine.

I have no idea about fines in the UK for jumping a red light, but you are correct it would not be £1,000. However once again there would be points on your license and a hefty increase in your insurance again.

I feel that the fines here in Qatar are set about right. I don't think a reduction in fines is a good idea.