New car surveillance technology coming to Aylesbury car parks after council deal
Bucks Council has announced plans to introduce new surveillance technology in its car parks after striking a new business deal.
In the deal, which lasts for seven years, the company will deploy civil enforcement officers to check people are parking in safe and sustainable ways. As well as ANPR-equipped vehicles, the company will use unattended CCTV to track activity.
Bucks Council confirmed it will remain in charge of car park maintenance. It also revealed that APCOA officers will be transporting between sites using electric cars, e-mopeds and ANPR machines.
Councillor Steve Bowles said: “Good parking enforcement helps everyone – it keeps our roads safer, protects access for residents and businesses, and supports our towns and villages to run smoothly. Bringing APCOA on board means we can deliver a consistent, modern service right across Buckinghamshire, with the capacity and technology to focus on the places that need it most.
"“Parking income supports the wider transport network, including transport services, environmental improvements, parking operations and the upkeep of car parks. That helps us maintain a sustainable service that benefits the whole community.”
Bucks Council says the new company has prepared a mobilisation plan as part of the traffic management roll out. The new service is set to go live on June 1.
Kim Challis, regional managing director at APCOA UK, said: "By combining experienced officers with smart technology, we look forward to supporting safer, more accessible streets for residents, businesses and visitors.”