New cameras to stop cars going down shopping street

CAMERAS will stop drivers from cutting through a busy shopping street in South Bristol and flouting a ban on cars.

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East Street in Bedminster is allegedly a “pedestrian cycle zone” but is often used by drivers as a shortcut to get from West Street or North Street towards town.

Businesses along the shopping street were previously consulted by Bristol City Council about the cameras.

The rules apply from 7am to 7pm with exemptions for loading, and in the consultation shops and cafes were asked how a camera would affect them getting deliveries.