A network of 50 automatic number plate-recognition (ANPR) cameras will be used around the city to feed information back to a newly-created nerve centre control room. From there, council staff will be able transmit information via large electronic signs, erected at strategic points on key routes.

The signs will initially pass on information about whether car parks in the city are full. Council officers and computers will be able to use the ANPR cameras to automatically adjust traffic signal timings throughout the city, and push out information via the variable-message signs, the Internet and radio/television stations.

Register now for full access

---

Register just once to get unrestricted, real-time coverage of the issues and challenges facing UK transport and highways engineers.

Full website content includes the latest news, exclusive commentary from leading industry figures and detailed topical analysis of the highways, transportation, environment and place-shaping sectors. Use the link below to register your details for full, free access.

Already a registered? Login

Login

Username:

Password:

Keep me logged in:

Forgotten your password