M25 Managed Motorways J16 - Highways Agency

Annex AConsultation Paper – Controlled MotorwaysM25 Junctions 16 to 232.2 KEY FEATURESThe Controlled Motorway Scheme will include the following key features: Gantries at regular spacing with lane specific Advanced MotorwayIndicator (AMI) signals; Variable Message Signs to provide the latest driver travel information andprovide advance warning of incidents; Digital speed enforcement equipment to facilitate enforcement andmanage compliance. The Highways Agency Digital Enforcement CameraSystem 2 (HADECS 2) will be used to enforce variable mandatory speedlimits automatically; A system whereby in-road vehicle detector loops will detect queuing trafficand set warning signals, plus a network of CCTV cameras to monitortraffic conditions; Partnership with the Police; Provision of Highways Agency Traffic Officers to ensure effective incidentmanagement; and Incident response teams to remove obstructions, assist with trafficmanagement and repair roadside infrastructure.2.3 ENFORCEMENTObtaining an acceptable level of compliance with the speed limits displayed onoverhead gantries is key to the successful and safe operation of the ControlledMotorway Scheme. Enforcement of variable mandatory speed limits is plannedto be carried out using a combination of gantry-mounted speed enforcementcameras and traditional enforcement by the Police. The Highways AgencyDigital Camera System (HADECS) will be used to automatically enforcevariable mandatory speed limits.Relevant Questions:Will the new variable mandatory speed limits be enforced, and how will this takeplace?Yes, speed limits will be actively enforced to ensure compliance. The Highways AgencyDigital Enforcement Camera System will provide automated detection. In addition, Policeofficers will have powers to enforce variable speed limits as a result of the regulations beingput in place.5