DRIVERS could face fines as part of a crackdown on problem roads across the city.

Brighton and Hove City Council want more powers to improve safety and reduce congestion.

Resources would be focused on tackling offences such as illegal U-turns and stopping in yellow box junctions.

Councillor Steve Davis, co-chairman of the environment, transport and sustainability committee, said: “We’ve long called for the power to enforce offences which put the safety of residents at risk and increase congestion in the city.

“Using monitoring data and consulting with residents, we can identify those problem areas of the city and take action against people breaking the law, especially those who put others in danger."

Brighton and Hove City Council is applying for the new powers being offered by the Government which would allow for greater enforcement.

If approved, the new powers would see tougher measures imposed on certain problematic roads targeted at particular offences.

Currently the police are responsible for dealing with such offences but it is argued that they get lost under other priorities. The new legislation would see the responisbility given to local authorities instead.

Some of the areas identified include in Lewes Road, Old Shoreham Road and Church Street in Brighton. Enforcement would be set to begin on a trial basis in Autumn 2024.