Our commitment to improving road safety.
In July 2023, we were granted Moving Traffic Enforcement (MTE) powers by Government.
Moving traffic enforcement allows councils to enforce certain driving restrictions as a civil matter.
A moving traffic contravention occurs when a vehicle does not follow a signed restriction, such as no entry, a banned turn, a one-way restriction, or a yellow box junction.
Where evidence shows a contravention has occurred, we may issue a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
How it works
MTE is enforced using Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras that capture vehicle details at the time of the contravention.
A warning notice is issued for a first-time offence at a new location for the first 6 months of operation.
Following this, a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) is issued to the registered keeper of the vehicle if they contravene the order.
Moving Traffic Enforcement sites across Bristol
The following notices have been published:
- pdf Notice of Civil Enforcement of Moving Traffic Contraventions and Penalty Charges Feb 2026 (137 KB) was published on 10 February 2025 for Hockeys Lane, Lower Redland Road, Furber Road and Bath Bridge Roundabout.
- pdf Notice of Civil Enforcement of Moving Traffic Contraventions and Penalty Charges Jan 2026 (140 KB) was published on 12 January 2026 for the junctions of Anton Bantock Way with Queens Road and Hareclive Road.
- pdf Notice of Civil Enforcement of Moving Traffic Contraventions and Penalty Charges June 2026(144 KB) was published on 12 June 2026 for Ducie Road and The Avenue.
Sites older than 6 months subject to full enforcement
Hockeys Lane, Fishponds: where the contravention of the turning restriction leads to conflict with pedestrians, other vehicles and damage to infrastructure.
Lower Redland Road, Redland: where there is an ongoing issue with contravention of the one-way system, drivers are contravening the no-entry restriction, with the associated risk to road users.
Furber Road, St. George: where there is an ongoing issue with contravention of the one-way system, which is being ignored by some drivers, despite there being a build out (with trees), installed to direct drivers along Raeburn Road.
Bath Bridge Roundabout, Temple Gate: where the contravention of the prescribed right turn by motorists wanting to access Cattle Market Road leads to conflict with pedestrians and other vehicles.
Sites within the initial 6 month period
From 23 February 2026
Hareclive Road and Anton Bantock Way junction, Withywood: where the contravention of the turning restrictions leads to conflict with pedestrians and other vehicles.
Anton Bantock Way and Queens Road junction, Withywood: where the contravention of the turning restrictions leads to conflict with pedestrians, other vehicles and damage to infrastructure.
From 17 July 2026
Ducie Road, Lawrence Hill: where motor vehicles (with the exception of solo motorcycles, taxis and permit holders) are prohibited. The contravention of this restriction undermines the objectives of the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood; namely, its ability to better manage traffic and provide safe journey routes for pedestrians and active travel, while facilitating access for exempt vehicles and emergency services.
The Avenue, St George: where motor vehicles (with the exception of solo motorcycles, taxis and permit holders) are prohibited. The contravention of this restriction undermines the objectives of the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood; namely, its ability to better manage traffic and provide safe journey routes for pedestrians and active travel, while facilitating access for exempt vehicles and emergency services.
What to do if you've received a PCN as a result of an MTE contravention
Pay a PCN:
Pay your parking, moving traffic or bus lane PCN