Overview

This bill allows for the civil enforcement of moving traffic violations in England and Wales using approved devices. It updates the legal framework to permit the use of technology to record and issue penalties for such offenses, streamlining the process and potentially increasing efficiency.

Description

The Traffic Management (Approved Devices) Bill enables the use of approved devices to record and enforce moving traffic violations.

Key aspects:

• The Secretary of State will define "approved devices" based on criteria similar to those used for parking contraventions.
• Enforcement authorities (defined in the Traffic Management Act 2004) can issue penalty charges based on records from these devices.
• Penalty charges must be issued within six months of the Act coming into force.
• The bill applies only to England and Wales.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't directly specify government spending. However, there may be initial costs associated with the Secretary of State's certification process for the approved devices. Indirectly, increased efficiency in enforcement might lead to minor cost savings or increased revenue from penalty charges, although the exact amount is uncertain.

Groups Affected

• Drivers in England and Wales: They will be subject to potential penalty charges for moving traffic violations recorded by approved devices.
• Enforcement Authorities: These bodies will have the power to use new technology for increased efficiency in enforcement.
• Technology providers: Companies providing devices meeting the Secretary of State's specifications may benefit from increased market demand.

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