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UK Government Considers Hidden Cameras to Enhance Road Safety

1/11/2026

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The UK government is consulting on road safety amid concerns about the effectiveness of speed limits.
A driver, a pedestrian, and a cyclist from Cornwall say technology allows drivers to avoid penalties, calling into question the purpose of speed limits.
Despite speed warning signs, many vehicles exceed local speed limits without consequence.
The article suggests the government should consider hidden speed cameras in discussions to improve road safety.

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Story summary

The UK government is consulting on road safety amid concerns about the effectiveness of speed limits.
A driver, a pedestrian, and a cyclist from Cornwall say technology allows drivers to avoid penalties, calling into question the purpose of speed limits.
Despite speed warning signs, many vehicles exceed local speed limits without consequence.
The article suggests the government should consider hidden speed cameras in discussions to improve road safety.