Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Petitions

Road safety cameras

Brad BATTIN (Berwick) presented a petition bearing 23 signatures:

This petition of residents in Victoria draws to the attention of the Legislative Assembly the secrecy around fixed and mobile speed cameras, rather than seeking motorists to slow down in the first place. This makes them punitive and not aligned to the stated desire to slow motorists down and hence reduce accidents. This petition seeks changes to the way that mobile and fixed speed camera are identified and operated in accordance with best practices and community wishes.

The petitioners therefore request that the Legislative Assembly calls on the Government to introduce parity with NSW: 1. Every fixed speed camera is accompanied by highly visible advance warning signs, 2. The addition of 2 portable signs placed on approach to every mobile speed camera vehicle, and 1 after, being a clear visual cue to motorists to make sure they are sticking to the speed limit and a reminder to drivers to slow down. 3. All mobile speed camera vehicles also have a retractable rooftop sign which operates when a session is underway and other livery on the cars, clearly identifying what they are. 4. To make these changes within a reasonable time, i.e. 3 months