Motorists risk £70 fine within weeks as council launches cameras to target illegal practices

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Motorists risk £70 fine within weeks as council launches cameras to target illegal practices.

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Drivers across Newcastle have been warned they will soon face a £70 fine for road offences as part of new plans to tackle years of complaints about "rat-running".Newcastle City Council has confirmed that cameras will begin monitoring the junction of Christon Road and Hyde Terrace in Gosforth from July 1.The move comes after residents repeatedly raised concerns about motorists using Hyde Terrace as an illegal shortcut to avoid traffic lights and congestion on nearby routes.

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Under the new enforcement scheme, drivers caught breaking the no-entry sign rules will initially receive a warning letter.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say However, anyone caught a second time during the six-month warning period will face a £70 Penalty Charge Notice, although this can be reduced to £35 if paid within 21 days.

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Once the six-month grace period ends, all motorists caught breaching the restriction will automatically receive a financial penalty.

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