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Further information about Moving Traffic Enforcement (MTE)
Find out locations and starting dates for any MTE, why we've selected the locations, how the enforcement will work, and what we will record.
What Moving Traffic Enforcement is
Moving Traffic Enforcement (MTE) is when a council uses cameras to enforce existing traffic restrictions on the road. These restrictions are already legally in place and include things like:
- banned turns
- no-entry points
- one-way streets
- pedestrian zones
MTE helps ensure drivers follow the rules at locations where compliance has been poor. If we record a vehicle breaking a restriction, the registered keeper may receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
Moving Traffic Enforcement start dates
On 2 September 2026, MTE will be going live on the following School Streets:
- Queen's Park Primary School
- Hangleton Primary School
- West Hove / Hove Junior Primary School
We're currently consulting on five locations where drivers regularly ignore existing traffic restrictions:
- Carden Avenue onto Carden Crescent
- London Road onto New England Road
- Ditchling Road onto Baker Street
- West Street onto Rottingdean High Street
- Ditchling Road onto Francis Street
Following the consultation, and approval by councillors, we may introduce MTE at these locations in early 2027.
Why we're proposing enforcement at these locations
We've identified these locations due to concerns about compliance with existing traffic restrictions. Recent collision data also demonstrates that road safety issues exist at some of the proposed enforcement locations:
- a collision involving a pedestrian and a car occurred at Ditchling Road/Baker Street in December 2024
- a collision involving two vehicles occurred at London Road/New England Road on 30 September 2025
- a collision involving a motor vehicle was recorded on Francis Street in November 2025
The aims of introducing MTE at these locations are to:
- Improve road safety for all road users
- Increase compliance with existing traffic restrictions
- Reduce congestion caused by prohibited manoeuvres
- Improve traffic flow across the road network
Further information about Francis Street
Many residents and members of the public have reported that Francis Street is being used as a shortcut to reach London Road.
Camera enforcement is being introduced to discourage unnecessary through traffic and help ensure the street is used only by vehicles that need access. Drivers who ignore the restriction and drive straight through may receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
Traders will be able to access Francis Street for the open market where required for operational purposes, including deliveries, servicing, loading and unloading. The street will continue to function as an access route for legitimate business activities, supporting the day-to-day operation of market businesses.
There will be no requirement for a permit system or exemptions list - as Francis Street will remain accessible for residents, visitors, deliveries, essential services and traders.
How enforcement would work
The traffic signs and road markings relating to these restrictions are already in place.
Before enforcement begins, additional camera enforcement signs will be installed to inform drivers that the restriction is being monitored.
Ahead of any enforcement starting, we will also:
- publish information on our website
- provide letters to local residents and businesses
Warning period
For any new enforcement location, there would be a six-month warning period. During this time, the registered keeper of a vehicle caught ignoring the restriction will receive a single warning notice, rather than a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN). This is to allow time to adjust to the new enforcement system.
How much a PCN will cost
Once enforcement begins, the PCN will be £70, reduced to £35 if paid within 21 days. This is set nationally.
Penalty points
Moving Traffic Enforcement is a civil matter and does not result in penalty points on your driving licence.
Cameras and footage
At each location where MTE is approved, we'll position cameras to clearly capture vehicles entering or performing the prohibited movement.
Cameras will only record during enforcement hours. We'll use them to capture the registration number of vehicles that contravene the restriction. We won't keep any other personal data.
Occupants of nearby properties can request for any view of their home, windows, or outside areas to be blurred. Only the part of the road needed for enforcement needs to remain visible.
We will handle all footage securely, and delete it in line with strict retention rules.
Signage and restrictions at each location
No entry
Carden Avenue onto Carden Crescent
Carden Crescent is a one-way street. When leaving Carden Crescent onto Carden Avenue, there are road markings and a No Entry sign indicating that vehicles must not enter Carden Avenue.
Drivers continue to ignore the restriction, creating potential road safety issues for vehicles travelling in the correct direction. If enforcement is introduced, additional camera enforcement signs will be installed.
No left turn
London Road prohibited left turn onto New England Road
A left turn is not permitted from London Road onto New England Road. Drivers must continue ahead and follow the permitted route. This location has experienced a collision and safety concerns, with drivers continuing to make the prohibited turn despite the restriction being in place.
If enforcement is introduced, additional camera enforcement signs will be installed.
View London Road prohibited left turn on Google Maps
Ditchling Road prohibited left turn onto Baker Street
A left turn is not permitted from Ditchling Road into Baker Street. Drivers must follow the permitted route by either turning right or continuing straight ahead. This location has experienced a collision and safety concerns. The restriction is in place to improve road safety and traffic flow, but drivers continue to make the prohibited movement, creating risks for other road users.
If enforcement is introduced, additional camera enforcement signs will be installed.
No right turn
West Street prohibited right turn onto Rottingdean High Street
A right turn is prohibited from West Street onto Rottingdean High Street. Drivers must turn left. The restriction helps manage traffic movements through the junction. Evidence shows that some drivers continue to ignore the restriction, creating safety concerns for all road users.
If enforcement is introduced, additional camera enforcement signs will be installed.
Access only restriction
Ditchling Road onto Francis Street
Francis Street is subject to an access-only restriction. Drivers should not use the street as a through route and may only enter where access is required. The restriction is in place to reduce unnecessary traffic and improve safety for residents, pedestrians and cyclists. However, vehicles continue to use the street without requiring access, reducing the effectiveness of the restriction and creating safety concerns.
These concerns are reflected in collision data, with an accident recorded on Francis Street in November 2025. Introducing enforcement is intended to improve compliance with the restriction and help reduce the risk of future collisions.
If enforcement is introduced, additional camera enforcement signs will be installed
