Thousands more speeding cases could be overturned due to faulty cameras

Thousands of motorists could have their speeding convictions overturned after National Highways extended an investigation into a technical fault with its cameras.

The Department for Transport (DfT) said the government-owned company will review cases dating back to 2019, when it began upgrading its variable speed limit cameras.

The fault, which was previously known to have resulted in 2,650 "erroneous camera activations" since 2021, caused a delay between the electronic speed limit signs and the cameras.

As a result, some drivers were recorded as speeding even after the limit had been changed.

The DfT said anyone affected will be contacted directly by the relevant police force, with points removed from their licence where applicable and reimbursements issued.

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Tens of thousands of people had their speed awareness courses cancelled because of the issue. Speed awareness courses are short educational programmes offered to drivers caught speeding, allowing them to learn about road safety and avoid penalty points on their licence.

Earlier this week, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander announced that Tracey Westall, a DfT non-executive director, will lead an independent review into how the fault occurred.

Transport minister Lord Hendy suggested that drivers who can prove they suffered financial losses, such as higher insurance premiums, might also be eligible to claim compensation.

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