Drivers in a Midlands city have faced thousands of fines worth around £70 each following the introduction of a council-operated CCTV car designed to detect illegal and dangerous parking.
Leicester City Council's Enforcement Action
Leicester City Council captured a total of 1,509 motorists breaching parking restrictions after deploying a vehicle equipped with an Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) camera. The car, introduced on April 1, is specifically used to identify illegal and dangerous parking practices.
Councillor's Statement
Councillor Geoff Whittle commented on the initiative: "In its first four weeks, the CCTV enforcement car has caught hundreds of motorists flouting parking rules. They will now face a fine, but more importantly, receive a strong message that illegal and dangerous parking will not go unpunished." He added: "Councils have a duty to tackle dangerous and illegal parking. We are confident that the new CCTV enforcement will be an effective tool to clamp down on dangerous and inconsiderate parking, especially in areas where there are lots of children and heavy traffic."
Patrolled Areas and Fines Issued
Across London Road, Gravel Street and Abbey Lane, the CCTV car patrols issued 1,475 fines for illegal parking on red routes. The vehicle itself cost £57,000 to purchase and equip. Councillor Whittle further emphasized: "We want to get the message across that parking without consideration for others, especially in areas where there are lots of children and busy traffic, will not be tolerated."
