Law abiding drivers in Swindon going to be targeted by ANPR
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Law-abiding drivers in Swindon are going to be targeted by ANPR.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cewz8zzj94po
'Speed' cameras return 15 years after being switched off
New Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras are set to be installed, 15 years after a town scrapped its speed cameras.
Swindon Borough Council was the first authority in England to switch off all its fixed speed cameras, claiming they did not lower the number of accidents on roads.
Now in a bid to identify speeding drivers, ANPR devices are being trialled at five locations.
Councillor Chris Watts said: "While these first cameras are only a trial, I'm hopeful it will be a success, and we can bring more to the borough to make sure we catch those that flaunt the speed limits."
IN 2009, THE TOWN DISMANTLED ITS SPEED CAMERAS AFTER THE COUNCIL CONCLUDED THEY WERE INEFFECTIVE IN REDUCING ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS, STATING THAT ONLY 6% OF INCIDENTS WERE ATTRIBUTED TO SPEEDING.
Now, in a bid to make roads safer, the authority is installing five cameras at Okus Road, Akers Way, Grange Drive, Croft Road and Homington Avenue.
As part of the pilot scheme, any driver caught speeding could be sent a warning letter and have their details shared with police.
A council spokesperson said the devices are not technically speed cameras as they do not automatically give out punishments.
But "should the police wish to take action" then that could result in "fines or further punishment", the spokesperson added.
Watts said although the town's roads have fewer serious injury incidents than the national average, the council is "committed to making local roads safer".
"One of the best ways to do that is to make sure people know their speed is being watched," he said.
Almost impossible to comment on this. Just another revenue-grabbing exercise by an idiotic councilor. Why not spend the cost of this on fixing the bloody potholes instead?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cewz8zzj94po
'Speed' cameras return 15 years after being switched off
New Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras are set to be installed, 15 years after a town scrapped its speed cameras.
Swindon Borough Council was the first authority in England to switch off all its fixed speed cameras, claiming they did not lower the number of accidents on roads.
Now in a bid to identify speeding drivers, ANPR devices are being trialled at five locations.
Councillor Chris Watts said: "While these first cameras are only a trial, I'm hopeful it will be a success, and we can bring more to the borough to make sure we catch those that flaunt the speed limits."
IN 2009, THE TOWN DISMANTLED ITS SPEED CAMERAS AFTER THE COUNCIL CONCLUDED THEY WERE INEFFECTIVE IN REDUCING ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS, STATING THAT ONLY 6% OF INCIDENTS WERE ATTRIBUTED TO SPEEDING.
Now, in a bid to make roads safer, the authority is installing five cameras at Okus Road, Akers Way, Grange Drive, Croft Road and Homington Avenue.
As part of the pilot scheme, any driver caught speeding could be sent a warning letter and have their details shared with police.
A council spokesperson said the devices are not technically speed cameras as they do not automatically give out punishments.
But "should the police wish to take action" then that could result in "fines or further punishment", the spokesperson added.
Watts said although the town's roads have fewer serious injury incidents than the national average, the council is "committed to making local roads safer".
"One of the best ways to do that is to make sure people know their speed is being watched," he said.
Almost impossible to comment on this. Just another revenue-grabbing exercise by an idiotic councilor. Why not spend the cost of this on fixing the bloody potholes instead?
What a nonsense post.
It is for safety of all users that we check those with most responsibility - vehicles on the road.
And if you are within the basic expectations of the law and a responsible driver, there is nothing to be objected to.
We should all welcome prosecution of drivers who speed / no insurance / a multitude of other offences here, as it makes it safer for us all.
It is for safety of all users that we check those with most responsibility - vehicles on the road.
And if you are within the basic expectations of the law and a responsible driver, there is nothing to be objected to.
We should all welcome prosecution of drivers who speed / no insurance / a multitude of other offences here, as it makes it safer for us all.
Antony Moxey said:
What a stupid post. If they're 'law abiding' then what are they being targeted for? And if they are being targeted then how will they be prosecuted if they're law abiding?
Councillor Chris Watts, Cabinet Member for Environment and Transport, said:While data shows Swindon s roads have lower than average incidents which cause serious injury, we are not satisfied and are committed to making local roads safer. One of the best ways to do that is to make sure people know their speed is being watched.
Looks as if the drivers are already driving carefully, and with speed relevant in only 6% of accidents, why the new persecution?
It's quite a clever move. As they are not enforcement cameras then they can be set at any threshold the operator likes. Generating letters for 1 or 2 mph over or even warnings on or below the limit. "Do you realise that you were nearly exceeding the speed limit there Bert?"
No governance or type approval needed. Clever and wholly unwarranted. What a complete waste of money. Morons
No governance or type approval needed. Clever and wholly unwarranted. What a complete waste of money. Morons
BertBert said:
POIDH said:
We should all welcome prosecution of drivers who speed / no insurance / a multitude of other offences here, as it makes it safer for us all.
How does that work then?robinessex said:
Antony Moxey said:
What a stupid post. If they're 'law abiding' then what are they being targeted for? And if they are being targeted then how will they be prosecuted if they're law abiding?
Councillor Chris Watts, Cabinet Member for Environment and Transport, said:While data shows Swindon s roads have lower than average incidents which cause serious injury, we are not satisfied and are committed to making local roads safer. One of the best ways to do that is to make sure people know their speed is being watched.
Looks as if the drivers are already driving carefully, and with speed relevant in only 6% of accidents, why the new persecution?
Frimley111R said:
BlindedByTheLights said:
Council needs money = speed cameras installed again.
Insert something about road safety.
I am sure you're right but do the fines go to the councils?Insert something about road safety.
Ours spent £330k on av speed cameras and combined accident info spread over 7 years to justify the spend.
robinessex said:
Looks as if the drivers are already driving carefully, and with speed relevant in only 6% of accidents, why the new persecution?
That was the figure the research showed in 2009. A lot can change in 17 years in terms of road layout, amount of traffic, population size, and the propensity (or not) of the local citizens to exceed the speed limits. Obviously the council now feels that there is a justification to reinstall some cameras.boyse7en said:
robinessex said:
Looks as if the drivers are already driving carefully, and with speed relevant in only 6% of accidents, why the new persecution?
That was the figure the research showed in 2009. A lot can change in 17 years in terms of road layout, amount of traffic, population size, and the propensity (or not) of the local citizens to exceed the speed limits. Obviously the council now feels that there is a justification to reinstall some cameras.simon_harris said:
Fines are usually split between the police (reducing funding from the local council?) and the camera operators (who never ever have any links to the people proposing that they be installed)
FPNs for speeding go to central government. Only SAC fees are fed back into the local constabulary purse and they then contract the service outGassing Station | Speed, Plod & the Law | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff