ECC20324207 05 26 - AI Cameras on Traffic Lights

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Environmental Information Regulations Request

Reference: ECC20324207 05 26
Response: 07 May 2026

I can confirm that Essex County Council does hold this information.

Question 1 - Are AI cameras fixed to various traffic lights in Colchester to capture drivers using phones/ not wearing seat belts?

There are no AI cameras of any kind attached to traffic lights in Essex, however capturing drivers using phones/not wearing seat belts is a matter for the police, you can contact Essex Police here: Request for information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) or Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) | Essex Police

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