One for the Essex boys

Hotcoupe · 09-04-2008, 12:37 PM

Essex Echo: Heli-cops to spy on drivers in Essex

MOTORISTS are being warned they could be caught speeding by a police helicopter armed with a radar detection device.
More than 20 signs are being put up across the county telling drivers police are watching from the sky.
Essex County Council – which is putting up the helicopter warning signs – says the aircraft is equipped with a “Skyshout” public address system which could be used to “warn of a detection”.
Norman Hume, chairman of the Essex Casualty Reduction Board, which aims to lower road casualties, said: “We are seeing accidents in Essex dramatically reduced as a result of our intervention and education campaign but need to make more impact on motorcycle accidents.
“There is a perception it is sometimes easier for motorcyclists to evade detection of offences because of the speed they travel at.
“We feel signs warning of the likelihood of detection by air will be an extra incentive for motorcyclists in particular, and all motorists, to drive safely.”
The police helicopter is equipped with a special number plate recognition device which can read vehicle number plates from 700 ft and has radar speed detection.
But, a campaign group said the idea represented a “bizarre” use of public money. The TaxPayers’ Alliance said the helicopter – at a cost of about £1,000 an hour to run – would be “a very expensive speed camera”. A spokesman added signs warning motorists of a helicopter was “possibly not the best way to encourage drivers to keep their eyes on the road”.
The signs are being trialled on the B184 from Ongar to Dunmow, the B1057 from Great Dunmow to Finching-field and the B1012 Lower Burnham Road.

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Based on £1000 an hour to run, they have to nick 17 people per hour @ £60.00 a pop just to cover the costs!

Crazy.

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booforty · 09-04-2008, 12:43 PM

If they hover over Carl's daily commute, they should comfortably make a profit

dxb335d · 09-04-2008, 12:46 PM

what the fyck does this mean?

[with a “Skyshout” public address system which could be used to “warn of a detection”. ]

dxb335d · 09-04-2008, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by booforty

If they hover over Carl's daily commute, they should comfortably make a profit

my daily commute changes day to day and also is conducted in a 1.7tdi.

booforty · 09-04-2008, 12:52 PM

An E92 M3 is no match for the 1.7tdi then

Hotcoupe · 09-04-2008, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dxb335d

what the fyck does this mean?

[with a “Skyshout” public address system which could be used to “warn of a detection”. ]

In your case, you'll hear:

"you've just been fycked Fandango"

dxb335d · 09-04-2008, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hotcoupe

In your case, you'll hear:

"you've just been fycked Fandango"

i still dont get it? they aint goin to shout at you over a tannoy are they.

willhollin · 09-04-2008, 01:08 PM

They will just fire a couple of missiles at you Carlos.

SoYank · 09-04-2008, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dxb335d

what the fyck does this mean?

[with a “Skyshout” public address system which could be used to “warn of a detection”. ]

Public Announcement system install on the aircraft.

vivekk · 09-04-2008, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dxb335d

what the fyck does this mean?

[with a “Skyshout” public address system which could be used to “warn of a detection”. ]

I see the likes of this:

Thanks to Matt for having the foresight to see the Pshop potential of his shot.

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Viv

AlanQS · 09-04-2008, 06:43 PM

Dave_3 · 09-04-2008, 07:34 PM

D.

Budgie · 09-05-2008, 05:12 AM

chrisbin · 09-05-2008, 05:20 AM

beemerbird · 09-05-2008, 06:28 AM

Oh bloody excellent Viv!!!

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Hotcoupe Major General 192 Rep 6,110 Posts Drives: Don't know yet! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (2) Garage List November 2008 335D ... [8.34] 2007 335D [0.00]	One for the Essex boys Essex Echo: Heli-cops to spy on drivers in Essex MOTORISTS are being warned they could be caught speeding by a police helicopter armed with a radar detection device. More than 20 signs are being put up across the county telling drivers police are watching from the sky. Essex County Council – which is putting up the helicopter warning signs – says the aircraft is equipped with a “Skyshout” public address system which could be used to “warn of a detection”. Norman Hume, chairman of the Essex Casualty Reduction Board, which aims to lower road casualties, said: “We are seeing accidents in Essex dramatically reduced as a result of our intervention and education campaign but need to make more impact on motorcycle accidents. “There is a perception it is sometimes easier for motorcyclists to evade detection of offences because of the speed they travel at. “We feel signs warning of the likelihood of detection by air will be an extra incentive for motorcyclists in particular, and all motorists, to drive safely.” The police helicopter is equipped with a special number plate recognition device which can read vehicle number plates from 700 ft and has radar speed detection. But, a campaign group said the idea represented a “bizarre” use of public money. The TaxPayers’ Alliance said the helicopter – at a cost of about £1,000 an hour to run – would be “a very expensive speed camera”. A spokesman added signs warning motorists of a helicopter was “possibly not the best way to encourage drivers to keep their eyes on the road”. The signs are being trialled on the B184 from Ongar to Dunmow, the B1057 from Great Dunmow to Finching-field and the B1012 Lower Burnham Road. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Based on £1000 an hour to run, they have to nick 17 people per hour @ £60.00 a pop just to cover the costs! Crazy. http://tpa.typepad.com/media/2008/08...echo-heli.html
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