Southampton ANPR traffic cameras set to net £3m

Southampton has 10 automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) camera sites

Cameras catching drivers in bus lanes and parking dangerously in Southampton are expected to earn the council £3m over the next five years.

The city council has 10 automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) camera sites and an enforcement vehicle.

The ANPR sites currently cover three bus lanes, two bus gates and five zigzag lines outside schools.

Revenue figures have been published as council prepares to change the contract for enforcement to a new provider.

Councillors approved plans to enter into a direct contract with Marston Holdings for five years.

Under the contract, the authority would spend up to £570,000 over its duration for the installation, maintenance and repair of the ANPR cameras.It will mean a saving of £62,000 over five years compared to the existing arrangement, a report said.

A possible three extra sites would see the total projected income up to the end of 2028/29 rise from £3.07m to £4.435m.The council currently goes through its highways service partner Balfour Beatty Living Places to source its ANPR provision.

It is expected that all expenditure to Marston will be covered by the income generated by enforcement.

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