This was sent to me from a reliable source. Apart from that I know nothing - so I thought I'd bung it on here.......
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Paul MONK
Secretary
TRAFFIC FEDERATION
Sent: 11 January 2007 09:52
Subject: Blackwall tunnel Specs cameras
I have it on good authority from enquiries made by staff at MWH that there are now small undetectable specs cameras (average speed detection cameras) sited in both the north and south bore of the Blackwall tunnel. Apparently they are going live today. The speed limit for the tunnels are 30mph northbound and 40mph southbound. It would appear that Marlowe house have no knowledge of this and state it is TFL that have implemented it. Any offences for speeding through the tunnel would be raising funds of £100 per offence or £50 if paid promptly.
They have not installed signs warning drivers of this speed trap and therefore would not be looking to hit drivers with a licence endorsement, just take the money from you. I shall leave the questions why they are doing this to you to answer;. My thoughts are purely of revenue collecting.
Further enquiries are being made as we speak. Please be very careful if you or friends and family use the tunnel regularly. Also be mindful if you are patrolling the tunnel at any time
Obtained from a source within the Metropolitan Police
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