Frequently Asked Questions
- improve road safety
- tackle network congestion
- increase public transport reliability
- Support cycling and active travel
- improve air quality
- increase lifespan of highway assets
- improve road safety
- tackle network congestion
- increase public transport reliability
- improve air quality
- increase lifespan of highway assets
Why are GCC taking on these enforcement powers?
GCC are applying to take on these enforcement powers to improve Gloucestershire’s road network. Gloucestershire Police currently enforce moving traffic contraventions, and this will allow them to focus on other policing priorities. Each site to be enforced by GCC must help achieve at least one of the following objectives:
How will GCC decide which sites are most important to enforce?
GCC will take a consistent and measured approach to enforcement, using cameras at sites where it has been identified there is an absolute need.
There will be a robust decision-making process in place to ensure that each site is chosen on the merits of how it will improve the area if traffic contraventions are enforced. For example, this could be judged on the crash record at a junction with the aim of reducing crashes or at proven congested areas resulting in a positive impact on the efficiency of the bus network and emergency services on the counties roads.
Why aren’t GCC enforcing every restriction in Gloucestershire?
Introducing Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras and issuing Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) are the last line of defence to get drivers to comply with signs or restrictions.
Will there be more sites in future?
It is envisaged that GCC’s role in enforcement will be rolled out to more sites in the future. Please note that any new sites will be subject to a 6 week public consultation exercise.
How can I comment on the sites you are proposing to enforce?
Please complete the online questionnaire. Alternatively, if you cannot access the online information please send your details to the below and a hard copy will be sent to you.
Network & Traffic Management (MTE)
Gloucestershire County Council
Block 5
Shire Hall
Westgate Street
Gloucester
GL1 2TG
Or email: MovingTraffic@gloucestershire.gov.uk
How do I propose a future site for enforcement?
From 2023, if GCC have been granted the powers, we will provide a way for people to propose sites.
Will GCC make any money from this?
Making money is not an aim of enforcing moving traffic violations. We are applying for these powers to make a difference to the highway network, and not as a source of financial income. We hope that better enforcement will help improve the compliance at these sites to make the necessary safety, congestion, and public transport improvements. As compliance improves, the number of Penalty Charge Notices will hopefully fall.
What will GCC do with surplus income generated by fines?
Should there be any money left over once the operational costs have been met, this will be used for highway improvement projects in line with strict government guidance. This funding will only be granted to projects that that help achieve one of the following objectives:
When will GCC start enforcing?
The start date is dependent on the legislation and the parliamentary timeline. It is estimated that the enforcement powers will come into effect in the summer of 2023.