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The Transport Department announced today (December 20) that the "Red Light Camera System Phase 3 Expansion Project" has been completed, meaning that all red light camera boxes in Hong Kong are now operational.
The "Red Light Camera System Phase 3 Expansion Project" mainly comprises:-
(i) Procurement of 59 new cameras;
(ii) Upgrading 16 existing old cameras; and
(iii) Installation of cameras at 24 new sites.
The new red light cameras have been handed over to Hong Kong Police Force for enforcement and operation from today onwards to enhance road safety and strengthen the deterrent effect regarding red light jumping.
Together with the original red light cameras, there are now 155 red light cameras in the territory, putting all relevant signalised road junctions under 24-hour surveillance. A list of camera sites is attached.
Ends/Monday, December 20, 2010
Issued at HKT 16:41
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