New speed cameras installed in Derby that can be moved around the city

Two new speed cameras will be installed in Derby as part of a bid to improve road safety. The cameras, which are being funded by Derbyshire's Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts can be moved anywhere in the city.

They will initially be placed in Boulton Lane and Duffield Road in the city. This is because there is a history of collisions in the area and residents have raised concerns about speeding.

Unlike the typical static speed cameras you would see in the city centre - such as the one on Ford Street opposite Agard Street - these cameras are only enforcement cameras. This means that, while they will monitor and record the speed and registration of speeding vehicles in their communities, individuals who break the speed limit will not be fined. Instead they will receive a letter to encourage them to slow down.

If data proves a driver is consistently ignoring warnings, they will receive a visit from a roads policing officer. Once installed, the data collected from the cameras will be used to measure the speed of the vehicles passing, and the effectiveness of the cameras. However, the cameras can be moved to other speeding hotspots in Derby if required.

These cameras can be placed in areas where it is not possible for the Casualty Reduction Enforcement Support Team (CREST) to enforce speed limits and where Community SpeedWatch cannot operate due to safety concerns or unsuitable road layouts. The technology will provide 24/7 imaging coverage and will be able to clock vehicles across two lanes and in both directions.

The pilot scheme will cost in the region of £60k and longer-term plans will be considered at the end of the first year. Ms Ndiweni-Roberts said: "Having talked to so many local residents who have voiced their concerns about speeding and road safety in the city, and it was raised as a key concern in my recent consultation, making it a priority, I was determined to act swiftly. We know that these cameras have an impact wherever they are located and I very much hope that motorists will take heed and follow the speed limits.

"Speeding remains one of the main causes of serious injury on our roads. We can help to reduce that risk, and as a society we should do all that we can to deter motorists from driving too fast - vehicles are also deadly weapons in the wrong hands."

Councillor Carmel Swan, Derby City Council cabinet member for climate change, transport and sustainability, said: "I'm delighted that we're able to take part in this trial. While many people drive responsibly on our streets, there is still a minority that drive dangerously. This only creates more risk for themselves, other motorists and pedestrians, so it's vital that we do what we can to tackle it and create safer streets for our city."