Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Lord Bradshaw (Liberal Democrat). It was answered by Lord Davies of Oldham (Labour) on Tuesday, 29 November 2005.

Speed Cameras

Question: What consultation about the future siting of speed cameras has taken place with the local communities involved.

Answer: My Lords, the department does not issue prescriptive guidance to local authorities about such consultation. Local authorities are expected to consult with communities and other stakeholders, as they would for any other road safety remedial measure. The majority of cameras operating within the safety camera programme are at sites where there is a history of speeding, accidents and casualties. In addition, there is flexibility within the rules to use cameras at sites of concern raised by the community.

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