Midlands Police Plans Expanded AI Speed Camera Deployment

Police in the Midlands are planning to expand the use of AI cameras on motorways to detect a variety of motoring offences beyond just speeding, including mobile phone use and seatbelt violations. Following successful trials that resulted in the detection of nearly 500 offences, Staffordshire Police is particularly interested in deploying these cameras to enhance road safety. Research shows that speeding fines in 2024 have increased by 14% compared to 2022, with over nine million drivers caught speeding in the last three years. Additionally, Freedom of Information requests have revealed the locations of the busiest speed cameras in the West Midlands, with Warwickshire Police reporting the highest number of speeding offences in England. Mobile speed cameras are also actively deployed across Leeds and West Yorkshire as part of efforts to reduce traffic casualties, focusing on areas with high incident rates. Overall, the emphasis on using technology in law enforcement aims to improve road safety significantly.