The UK government has raised £87 million from speeding camera fines, a record breaking figure coming from 1.5 million fines.
Many questions are now racing through my mind: first, what does the money generated get spent on (it is certainly not the roads). Does a speed camera act as any kind of deterrent and are the government happy for us to continue speeding therefore providing a huge boost to their coffers.
The past year has seen road deaths fall under 3,000 - the lowest level since 1926, so it could be argued that the cameras are having an impact. Obviously if you stay within the law, then you have nothing to worry about. The average fine of £58 is only relevant if you travel over the speed limit. The £87 million demonstrates clearly that people are not slowing down, or is it simply more are getting caught.
What do you think?
Do speed cameras deter people from driving fast? Is this just a money making scheme for the government or do speeders get what they deserve?
