Lib Dems tackle illegal parking at school gates (Southwark Liberal Democrats)

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Lib Dems tackle illegal parking at school gates

October 2, 2009 1:00 AM

Southwark Lib Dem councillor Paul Kyriacou this week launched a new drive to tackle dangerous and illegal parking outside Southwark's schools.

After pressure from the Liberal Democrats, Southwark Council is to start using two cars equipped with cameras to get tough on people who ignore traffic rules by monitoring school gates in the morning and afternoons. The footage will be used to issue penalty notices of up to £120, with revenue from the fines directed back into road safety projects and traffic calming measures outside schools and across the borough.

Cllr Kyriacou commented:

"These new vehicles will make a real difference.

"Illegally parked cars can create dangerous situations for both children and parents. Road markings are there for a reason, and it's time that all car drivers took them seriously."

ENDS