Irish Roads to See Increased automatic Red Light Camera Systems in the Coming Year

More automatic red light cameras, initially piloted in 2015 to record motoring offences at junctions and issue fines to drivers, are set to expand across roads surrounding Dublin next year.

The red light camera systems are slated to be established in “one or two” locations in Dublin early next year, with a potential nationwide rollout contingent upon completing a broader strategy paper.

Building on the success of a pilot project at Blackhall Place, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has announced plans to install additional camera systems in Dublin in the coming year.

According to a document from the NTA, a previous camera trial at Blackhall Place demonstrated success, prompting the decision to expand the use of these camera systems in Dublin.

However, the NTA emphasized that implementing a widespread system hinges on establishing operational and legal frameworks, which are yet to be finalized.

The primary aim of automatic camera enforcement is to monitor and enforce traffic violations, particularly instances of running red lights, especially at road junctions.

Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan has previously highlighted the potential benefits of these cameras, stating that they could “significantly save on resources” by reducing the need for Garda time, as fines could be processed automatically.