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Council Proposes Increased Revenue from Yellow Box Fines Amid Budget Challenges

Friday, January 9, 2026 council fines budget traffic enforcement taxes consultation safety funding services

Bath and North East Somerset Council is considering stepping up enforcement of traffic restrictions, specifically targeting yellow box junctions and illegal turns on one-way streets, to generate additional revenue. The move aims to bring in an extra £250,000 in fines next year as part of broader efforts to balance the council’s budget amid uncertain government funding. Drivers caught stopping in yellow boxes or making banned turns could face increased penalties starting next year.