Residents invited to have their say on proposed new safety measures

People across Brighton & Hove are being invited to have their say on proposals to improve safety at 5 busy junctions.

We’re proposing measures to tackle dangerous and illegal driving, improve road safety and create safer streets for everyone who lives, works and travels in the city.

Residents, businesses and road users are being invited to take part in a 6-week consultation on the introduction of enforcement cameras to enhance safety at locations where existing traffic restrictions are in place, but compliance is low. 

With a priority on safety, the locations are:

• Carden Avenue onto Carden Crescent – enforcement of the one-way street restriction. 
• London Road onto New England Road – enforcement of the prohibited left turn. 
• Ditchling Road onto Baker Street – enforcement of the prohibited left turn. 
• West Street onto Rottingdean High Street – enforcement of the prohibited right turn. 
• Francis Street – enforcement of the motor vehicle prohibition (except for access).

Supporting safer streets

Following our successful application, we were granted new Moving Traffic Enforcement powers by the Department for Transport (DfT) late last year.

They allow councils to use approved camera technology to enforce existing traffic restrictions. The powers are already being used by a growing number of local authorities across England to support safer and more efficient journeys.

Using the same powers, we will be piloting enforcement of 3 of the city’s School Streets beginning in September.

By improving compliance with traffic regulations, we can make streets safer and more accessible for everyone.

Putting safety first

Councillor Trevor Muten, Cabinet member for Transport and City Infrastructure, said: "The safety of residents and road users is our top priority. These proposals would help us enforce existing traffic restrictions more effectively and encourage safer driving across the city.

"Traffic regulations are there for a reason – to protect people and reduce the risk of collisions and conflict between different road users. We are committed to making roads safer for everyone.

"We're keen to hear from residents, businesses and anyone who travels through these areas so that we can understand their views as part of the consultation process."

How enforcement would work

Drivers observed ignoring the existing restrictions could receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN). The cost of which is £70, or £35 if paid within 21 days. These costs are set nationally.

There will be a six-month warning period following the introduction of the cameras. During this time, the registered keeper of the vehicle will receive a warning notice in the first instance rather than a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN). This is to allow time to adjust to the new enforcement system. 

Read more information about Moving Traffic Enforcement.