just read Alistairs reply.......
I don't just slow down for cameras!
I pass this particular camera virtually every day. The incident was a simple lapse.. after all I am human!
I defy anyone to claim that they are ALWAYS 100% concentrating on their driving. Its impossible to do that as our brains take in so much from the area we are driving through.
A simple comment to a passenger can caus the head to turn....
What irks me are drivers who NEVER seem to concentrate or asses their driving to suit the conditions.
During the recent freeze I was driving slowly due to icy roads but was tailgated . The idiot then decided to pass me on a mini roundabout by crossing it the wrong way. Now that type of driving is what should be picked up and dealt with not rare lapses. This is where discretion by police comes in as opposed to arbitrary camera flashes.
Scenario...... camera outside a school with 20mp limit.... car does 26mph and flashed. Weather - dry,road clear and in good condition....Time of incident... 02.00.
Obviously a dangerous situation that requires a NIP and fine and points as the camera has decided this is a dangerous situation.
Ah! Its 21st century so technology to alter speed limits for time/weather etc is years away!
I'll stiop there....
