Those flouting the rules face fines across Old Trafford

Tighter enforcement of traffic offences is set to come into effect in Old Trafford. New cameras have been installed in the area as part of efforts to improve road safety and ease congestion, especially on Manchester United match days. They will monitor the red route implemented along the A56 Chester Road in 2024.

A red route prevents drivers from stopping along the marked stretch at any time. Exemptions exist for blue badge holders, buses and taxis in designated places.

The restrictions were introduced due to reports of obstructive and dangerous parking in the area, particularly on event days at Old Trafford football stadium and Victoria Warehouse. They have been monitored by foot patrols and a roving camera car since.

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The changes will see enforcement cameras go live along the route from April. Any motorists caught pulling in where they are not supposed to will be issued a £70 fine.

In addition to providing continuous surveillance, the new measures will free up civil enforcement officers to spend more time at other ‘trouble spots’ across the borough, the council has said.

Funds raised by these fines will be kept by the council and will be spent on the costs of enforcement, on public transport provision, or on highways or environmental projects.

Stephen Adshead, Trafford council’s executive member for highways, environmental and traded services, said: “We are pleased to be able to add these new cameras, to improve safety and traffic flow for everyone [who] lives near or travels through the A56 in the Old Trafford area. The Red Route and Red Route Clearway have been great improvements to this busy stretch and we want to make sure that as many motorists as possible are following the rules for the benefit of all road users.”

Vernon Everitt, transport commissioner for Greater Manchester, added: “We are supporting local authorities across Greater Manchester to bring forward plans for no stopping Red Routes. These routes help to keep traffic moving, our Bee Network buses running on time and they improve safety for everyone who uses our roads.

“The new cameras Trafford Council has installed on the A56 Chester Road will help strengthen the effectiveness of the red route on this busy corridor connecting Old Trafford with Manchester city centre.”