A46: two new speed cameras installed to improve road safety
The cameras are part of efforts to improve road safety in Warwickshire following a number of fatal, serious, and slight injury collisions
Two new multi-directional automatic speed cameras have been installed on the A46 between Stratford-upon-Avon and Alcester.
The cameras, which went live this month (July 2026), are part of efforts to improve road safety in Warwickshire following a number of fatal, serious, and slight injury collisions on this stretch of road between 2021 and 2025.
Investigations into these collisions revealed failures in properly observing or judging the speed and path of others as contributing factors, alongside reckless driving habits such as exceeding the speed limit.
Inspector Dave Valente, lead for the partnership’s Safer Speeds Working Group, which also includes National Highways, Warwickshire County Council and the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Office said:
“Reducing excess speed in Warwickshire is a priority for us, because more than half of all fatal collisions nationally involve speed as a contributing factor.
"Working alongside our communities through initiatives like Community Speed Watch, as well as our mobile enforcement teams, we use a visible presence on our roads to encourage safer speeds and help educate drivers on the law. However, in some high‑risk locations, only a static enforcement device can ensure that speed limits are consistently respected.”
The aim is for these cameras to complement existing community initiatives, such as Community Speed Watch, and mobile enforcement teams, by providing a static presence to ensure speed limits are consistently respected.
Chair of Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership Philip Seccombe said: “The A46 has been raised by local people as an area of concern for a number of years. We need all drivers to take responsibility for themselves and others’ safety by always staying within the speed limit and driving at an appropriate speed for the conditions. If everyone can do this, our roads will become much safer immediately."
Fiona McKenzie, Route Manager for National Highways, said: “Safety is our main priority and we remain committed to reducing the number of people harmed on our roads. The evidence shows that when drivers reduce their speed, collisions are less likely and serious injuries and fatalities are reduced. Slower speeds help protect not only other motorists but also cyclists and the wider community.
"The new cameras will help support our commitment, and we'll continue to work closely with Warwickshire Police and the Road Safety Partnership to monitor safety across the county."