Warwickshire County Council proposes ANPR camera enforcement

Warwickshire County Council has launched a public consultation regarding the use of Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras to enforce existing moving traffic restrictions at six locations across the county.

The proposed enforcement aims to address poor compliance with current rules, such as blocking yellow box junctions, making prohibited turns, and driving through School Streets during restricted times. The identified locations include hotspots in Stratford-upon-Avon, Coleshill, Rugby, Leamington Spa, and Nuneaton.

Councillor Stephen Shaw, portfolio holder for transport and planning, stated that the locations were selected based on evidence of non-compliance that creates safety risks and congestion. The consultation does not propose new restrictions but seeks feedback before the council applies to the Department for Transport for enforcement powers. If approved, a warning period would precede the commencement of camera-based fines.