Gloucestershire County Council has unveiled plans to upgrade and expand its network of safety enforcement cameras, to improve road safety by managing vehicle speeds.
Enforcement is an essential means of improving driver behaviour to reduce the number of people killed and seriously injured on our roads.
The council is planning to introduce new speed enforcement cameras where collision data indicates they are needed most. It also plans to review its current network of existing roadside safety cameras. These play a vital role in encouraging safer driving, as well as reducing speeding and breaches of traffic offences, such as ignoring red lights. However, the current system does not use up-to-date technology and needs to be reviewed so that the right cameras are used at the right locations, to maximise the positive impact on road safety.
A report was presented to cabinet at a meeting on Wednesday 23 July and the proposals were unanimously approved.
It will allow the introduction of new safety cameras and the upgrading of the existing network of safety camera sites. The aim is to reduce the number of people who are killed and seriously injured on our roads by reducing speeding and improving compliance with traffic laws, making roads safer for all road users. The council will work with the police to implement safety enforcement camera systems.
The proposals support the Road Safety Policy goals of reducing collisions by 50 per cent between 2022 and 2032 and the wider transport strategy, which aims to encourage active travel, reduce carbon emissions, and make streets more welcoming for pedestrians and cyclists.
Cllr Roger Whyborn, cabinet member for sustainable transport and road safety at Gloucestershire County Council, said: “This is about putting safety first. We want to make sure our roads are safer for everyone. By investing in better enforcement tools, we can help prevent accidents and save lives. It’s a step towards a more responsible driving culture and a more secure environment for all who use our roads.”
The new contract is set to be awarded later this summer, with implementation planned for early next year.
You can read the full cabinet report here
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more wasted taxpayer money. Fund bedblocking and adult care. Or fill in the potholes
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