New bus lanes installed across Doncaster – and drivers could be fined £60

Doncaster Council has announced that new bus lane cameras have been installed on Bennetthorpe, York Road and Booth Avenue near Doncaster Dome.

In a statement on Facebook, a council spokesman said: "A reminder for motorists.

“So far we’ve let people off with a warning, however a £60 fine will come into effect soon.

“We don’t want you to get caught and fined for using the bus gate, so please take the correct routes rather than take a short cut along dedicated bus gates and lanes.

“The bus lanes are clearly marked and designed to improve bus travel, support emergency services, taxis and cyclists and most importantly improve road safety.”

The scheme was rolled out in September 2018 and restrictions apply 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Automatic number plate recognition fixed cameras are in place on North Bridge Road, Waterdale, Cleveland Street, Bennetthorpe, Booth Avenue and York Road.

Vehicles permitted to use bus lanes include bicycles, any bus or vehicle with seats to carry eight people excluding the driver, liveried emergency service vehicles ( whilst on duty) and Hackney carriage or licensed private hire vehicles (whilst on duty).

A spokesman said: “Increased enforcement is designed to change the behaviour of those drivers who choose to use bus lanes and bus gates illegally, keeping them available for their intended use. It also helps to maintain safer routes for pedestrians.”