M90 Variable Speed Cameras
Discussion
sherman said:
The cameras appear to be going live on May 23rd 2022. 
https://www.edinburghlive.co.uk/news/edinburgh-dri...
Thanks for sharing, this is my commute so it's good to know. https://www.edinburghlive.co.uk/news/edinburgh-dri...
I'm more focused on mpg than mph these days though...
Makes me want to have velcro attached plates to be honest.
Government over reach into folks lives is getting beyond scary.
If folks think the social points system in China is oppressive, it certainly won't be that long before it is adopted in the West as a form of greater control.
How is it that the SECOND anyone gets into power they are basically rubbing their sweaty hands with glee at the prospect of exercising even more control over the populous?
Government over reach into folks lives is getting beyond scary.
If folks think the social points system in China is oppressive, it certainly won't be that long before it is adopted in the West as a form of greater control.
How is it that the SECOND anyone gets into power they are basically rubbing their sweaty hands with glee at the prospect of exercising even more control over the populous?
Edited by T_16 on Friday 27th May 04:07
Sorry for reigniting this one. Yesterday, I went through the camera northbound at Kirkliston with the limit set at 40. I was a bit above that, no excuses. However there wasn’t a flash at all. Are these cameras on all the time? They are meant to be operational now for 2 months but I haven’t heard of anyone falling foul of them. Wishful thinking ?
Jockales said:
Sorry for reigniting this one. Yesterday, I went through the camera northbound at Kirkliston with the limit set at 40. I was a bit above that, no excuses. However there wasn’t a flash at all. Are these cameras on all the time? They are meant to be operational now for 2 months but I haven’t heard of anyone falling foul of them. Wishful thinking ?
I saw one flash on the northbound carriageway yesterday heading south at c 1.30pm, so I assume they are on all the time.Jockales said:
Sorry for reigniting this one. Yesterday, I went through the camera northbound at Kirkliston with the limit set at 40. I was a bit above that, no excuses. However there wasn’t a flash at all. Are these cameras on all the time? They are meant to be operational now for 2 months but I haven’t heard of anyone falling foul of them. Wishful thinking ?
I got done a few weeks ago by the one at Kirkliston whilst was doing 81 in a 70, so that'll be three points and £100 fine. I'm guessing the speed awareness courses which were supported as being a good idea by our government about 6 years ago now still aren't a thing up here...
Bit of a farce this evening...
Came back over from East Lothian about 2hrs ago. Matrix signs on the bypass warning of congestion at Scotstoun. Rounded the bend on to spur and the variable speedwas down to 50 then at Dakota, down to 40. Must have counted at least three other cars in sight but hey ho, crawled along to just prior to the South Queensferry splip and it was back to 50 then national speed limit at the start of the bridge. Roads almost empty.
Is this a ploy to frustrate drivers and thus many would be tempted to head through the congestion and indeed traffic free sections at a higher speed and then get nabbed for their troubles?
Came back over from East Lothian about 2hrs ago. Matrix signs on the bypass warning of congestion at Scotstoun. Rounded the bend on to spur and the variable speedwas down to 50 then at Dakota, down to 40. Must have counted at least three other cars in sight but hey ho, crawled along to just prior to the South Queensferry splip and it was back to 50 then national speed limit at the start of the bridge. Roads almost empty.
Is this a ploy to frustrate drivers and thus many would be tempted to head through the congestion and indeed traffic free sections at a higher speed and then get nabbed for their troubles?
Davie said:
Bit of a farce this evening...
Came back over from East Lothian about 2hrs ago. Matrix signs on the bypass warning of congestion at Scotstoun. Rounded the bend on to spur and the variable speedwas down to 50 then at Dakota, down to 40. Must have counted at least three other cars in sight but hey ho, crawled along to just prior to the South Queensferry splip and it was back to 50 then national speed limit at the start of the bridge. Roads almost empty.
Is this a ploy to frustrate drivers and thus many would be tempted to head through the congestion and indeed traffic free sections at a higher speed and then get nabbed for their troubles?
I had the same around a month ago one Friday night at 10pm on approach to the Queensferry crossing signs set at 40mph then next set at 30mph no cars except me then once on the bridge National speed limit signs on. Made no sense as no Road works being set up of dismantled or breakdowns just a clear road.Came back over from East Lothian about 2hrs ago. Matrix signs on the bypass warning of congestion at Scotstoun. Rounded the bend on to spur and the variable speedwas down to 50 then at Dakota, down to 40. Must have counted at least three other cars in sight but hey ho, crawled along to just prior to the South Queensferry splip and it was back to 50 then national speed limit at the start of the bridge. Roads almost empty.
Is this a ploy to frustrate drivers and thus many would be tempted to head through the congestion and indeed traffic free sections at a higher speed and then get nabbed for their troubles?
Looking for abit of advice…..
On the 29th of September half 1 in the morning I was travelling on the m90 between Dakota and newbridge there was speed limits on the gantry’s.
First was 40mph which I done
Second was 30mph which I done
Third was 20mph which I went through at 30mph because some idiot behind me was up me rear and never had enough space and time to brake. And I was driving a heavily loaded vehicle. The camera did flash.
Would I be looking at a fine and points? And if so would it be worth appealing against as to be fair in my eyes I would have caused an accident.
On the 29th of September half 1 in the morning I was travelling on the m90 between Dakota and newbridge there was speed limits on the gantry’s.
First was 40mph which I done
Second was 30mph which I done
Third was 20mph which I went through at 30mph because some idiot behind me was up me rear and never had enough space and time to brake. And I was driving a heavily loaded vehicle. The camera did flash.
Would I be looking at a fine and points? And if so would it be worth appealing against as to be fair in my eyes I would have caused an accident.
Edited by jordank_uk on Saturday 1st October 12:07
jordank_uk said:
Looking for abit of advice…..
On the 29th of September half 1 in the morning I was travelling on the m90 between Dakota and newbridge there was speed limits on the gantry’s.
First was 40mph which I done
Second was 30mph which I done
Third was 20mph which I went through at 30mph because some idiot behind me was up me rear and never had enough space and time to brake. And I was driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
Would I be looking at a fine and points? And if so would it be worth appealing against as to be fair in my eyes I would have caused an accident.
I you get a fine. Its your fault. You were the lead car its up to you to dictate how you drive not a person in another car. 'Sorry officer I was being tailgaited' will not hold up in a court. On the 29th of September half 1 in the morning I was travelling on the m90 between Dakota and newbridge there was speed limits on the gantry’s.
First was 40mph which I done
Second was 30mph which I done
Third was 20mph which I went through at 30mph because some idiot behind me was up me rear and never had enough space and time to brake. And I was driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
Would I be looking at a fine and points? And if so would it be worth appealing against as to be fair in my eyes I would have caused an accident.
sherman said:
I you get a fine. Its your fault. You were the lead car its up to you to dictate how you drive not a person in another car. 'Sorry officer I was being tailgaited' will not hold up in a court.
Absolutely totally agree, however am thinking of my safety and the road workers safety. Bearing in mind 1 lane was shut off. Yes a 30mph braking crash wouldn’t have a big impact but if am “avoiding” an accident to happen then as a driver your the one that makes they decisions and if that decision is right so be it. jordank_uk said:
sherman said:
I you get a fine. Its your fault. You were the lead car its up to you to dictate how you drive not a person in another car. 'Sorry officer I was being tailgaited' will not hold up in a court.
Absolutely totally agree, however am thinking of my safety and the road workers safety. Bearing in mind 1 lane was shut off. Yes a 30mph braking crash wouldn’t have a big impact but if am “avoiding” an accident to happen then as a driver your the one that makes they decisions and if that decision is right so be it. jordank_uk said:
Looking for abit of advice…..
On the 29th of September half 1 in the morning I was travelling on the m90 between Dakota and newbridge there was speed limits on the gantry’s.
First was 40mph which I done
Second was 30mph which I done
Third was 20mph which I went through at 30mph because some idiot behind me was up me rear and never had enough space and time to brake. And I was driving a heavily loaded vehicle. The camera did flash.
Would I be looking at a fine and points? And if so would it be worth appealing against as to be fair in my eyes I would have caused an accident.
I feel your pain.On the 29th of September half 1 in the morning I was travelling on the m90 between Dakota and newbridge there was speed limits on the gantry’s.
First was 40mph which I done
Second was 30mph which I done
Third was 20mph which I went through at 30mph because some idiot behind me was up me rear and never had enough space and time to brake. And I was driving a heavily loaded vehicle. The camera did flash.
Would I be looking at a fine and points? And if so would it be worth appealing against as to be fair in my eyes I would have caused an accident.
Edited by jordank_uk on Saturday 1st October 12:07
It really pees me off when some clown is an inch of my tail in a 30 or 40 but won’t overtake me , they just want me to go faster. I normally drop my speed by a couple of mph.
On Thursday afternoon I missed a temporary 50 heading North from where the A90 from Edinburgh joins the M90 - when you approach that gantry it seems to not be completely 90 degrees to the road, and together with a bright low sun shining onto it, it is not very clear a temp limit is lit up. Only realised when I saw the next limit which was 40, and slowed enough for that one.
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