On Sun, 26 Oct 2003 22:38:02 +0000, Andrew P Smith wrote:

In article , Nick
writes
Is there any evidence that these cameras reduce injuries or deaths?

No.

They don't have them in Germany and accidents there are decreasing at more
than the rate here.

They do have cameras in Germany but they are targeted at specific
problem areas, not used as a revenue raising tax as they are here.

The main road near my house is long, straight and wide. Many drivers use
excessive speed along it, especially at night. There have been several
pedestrian accidents now on that road, including at least one death (of a
child), and so speed cameras have now appeared. Whether we see any more
deaths on this road only time will tell, but the reduced speeds along the
road certainly make life more pleasant as a pedestrian, bus user and
driver.


Mark

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Mark Etherington