CCTV to target reckless drivers at school crossings

Since the start of the year in Liverpool, a shocking 436 vehicles have refused to stop for school crossings.

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00:00Since the start of the year in Liverpool, 436 vehicles have refused to stop for school crossings.

00:08Now Liverpool City Council is taking decisive action ahead of the new school year to improve road safety around schools

00:14by introducing mobile CCTV cameras at key school crossing patrol sites.

00:20This initiative aims to tackle the growing issue of drive-thrus,

00:24incidents where drivers illegally fail to stop when directed by a school crossing patrol officer.

00:29The cameras, which will be rotated between the city's worst affected locations,

00:33are part of a broader campaign to educate drivers about their legal responsibilities and deter dangerous behaviour.

00:40Footage captured will be used as evidence for prosecution when necessary.

00:45It is illegal and incredibly dangerous not to stop when instructed by a school crossing patrol.

00:50These patrols are there to protect some of our most vulnerable road users,

00:54children and families crossing the road to and from school.

00:59These patrols are a vital part of ensuring children can travel to school safely,

01:08encouraging active travel such as walking and helping to reduce the number of vehicles on roads.

01:14Their presence should be respected and supported by all road users.

01:18The Road Traffic Regulation Act of 1984 makes it an offence not to stop when signalled by a school crossing patrol.

01:25Penalties can include a fine of up to £1,000, three penalty points and even disqualification from driving.

01:34This initiative is in addition to the school streets restrictions,

01:37which will see up to 50 locations across Liverpool getting traffic camera enforcement

01:41to either reduce or calm motorised traffic.