It is hoped that the cameras will ‘encourage parents to park responsibly when dropping off or collecting their children’
Enforcement cameras have been installed outside four Hull primary schools.(Image: Hull City Council)
Enforcement cameras have been installed outside four primary schools in the city, Hull City Council has revealed. It follows on from a successful trial at Parkstone Primary School.
Within this trial, the council said the school saw a 72% reduction in vehicles abusing school parking restrictions. As a result, the council is expanding the use of cameras to ‘deter and enforce illegal parking’.
The new schools included in the expansion are St. Richard’s Voluntary Catholic Academy, Victoria Dock Primary School, Wold Academy and Francis Askew Primary School. The cameras were installed on Monday, January 5.
The council said that a warning period will be in place until Friday, January 13, during which any vehicles parked in restricted areas will receive a formal warning notice by post. After this grace period, Penalty Charge Notices of £70 – discounted to £35 if paid promptly – will be issued by post from Monday, February 16.
It is hoped that the cameras will improve safety for children and pedestrians at both the start and end of the school day. Prior to installing the cameras, the council engaged with the selected schools and provided informative leaflets for parents.
Councillor Mark Ieronimo, portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure said: “School parking restrictions exist to protect children and pedestrians. So, after a successful trial, I am pleased to see camera enforcement rolled out to further schools in the city.
“This is an important measure in creating a safer school environment for children. I believe that this will help to deter drivers from parking illegally and encourage parents to park responsibly when dropping off or collecting their children.
“Remember – If you’re driving a child to school, please make sure you park safely, legally, and considerately. Please don’t park across household driveways near schools and always park safely. We don’t want to see anyone hurt.”
Parents are being reminded to not park on ‘School Keep Clear’ or zig-zag markings. Yellow lines also indicate that parking restrictions are in place – drivers should check nearby signs to see when these apply.
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