Could CCTV solve school parking problem?

CCTV cameras could be installed at schools across East Yorkshire in hopes it will stop people parking dangerously.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council (ERYC) will discuss a proposal later after claims drivers in some areas have ignored permit restrictions, road markings and leave their vehicles in dangerous positions.

A similar scheme has been in force in North East Lincolnshire since 2022, which has seen motorists issued with fines up to £70.

The BBC has contacted ERYC for comment.

Councillor David Nolan, who is proposing the idea, said the cameras would not be a "money spinner" for the authority and would "improve road safety and protect children".

He said: "No matter what signs you put up there will always be a minority of selfish and thoughtless people who want to drive up to the school gates. The current system isn't working.

"This is about prevention. We can't let something horrific happen outside a school and then say we should have done more.

"The costs of the cameras would be covered by the fines that are generated. We're not in the business of fining people, we want to educate people and hopefully change behaviours."

In February, people living near Westfield Primary School, Cottingham, claimed their lives had been made a "nightmare" by people doing the school run.

Humberside Police has previously posted patrols at Welton Primary School after reports of inconsiderate and dangerous parking there.

If the latest motion is passed by ERYC, cameras would be installed at several sites on a trial basis.

In Winthorpe Road, Hessle, a permit scheme is already in force to restrict vehicles using the street to drop off and pick up children from Penshurst School.

Residents said they would welcome the introduction of cameras as an "extra deterrent".

Holly, who has lived in the street for two years, said she had noticed issues with parking since she moved in.

She said: "It's not a massive problem until people are blocking driveways or parking on corners - that's when it gets annoying.

"I think I would be in favour of the cameras. It would stop a lot of idiots ignoring the rules. We just want people to be considerate and think about safety."

Daniel, who works as a photographer, was also enthusiastic about the idea of using technology to help bring an end to parking issues.

He said: "It's awful. We have passes but nobody enforces it. I've applied to have a drive in front of my house because the street parking is so bad at school times.

"I'd be absolutely in favour of bringing cameras in."

But Sophie, who was parked in Winthorpe Road but lived in a neighbouring street, branded the idea of CCTV cameras "stupid".

"The situation isn't great, it can be absolutely horrendous but I don't agree with bringing in cameras. The traffic clears quickly enough so we should all just get on with it."

The motion will be looked at by ERYC at a full council meeting later.

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