Calderdale Bus Lane Enforcement

From later this year, Calderdale Council will start using cameras to identify drivers using bus lanes and bus gates illegally. This change will make buses quicker and more reliable – and help make roads safer for other road users.

Annually over 40,000 cases of misuse of bus lanes and bus gates were recorded in the district.

The scheme was approved by Calderdale Council Cabinet Committee in January 2025 and supports wider changes coming to West Yorkshire’s transport system – including new public control of buses from 2027.

Information about the changes is being sent to residents, groups and stakeholders. There will be a warning period before enforcement starts with clear signs on the routes.

Where will this happen?
Seven locations across Calderdale will be enforced by cameras (ANPR):

Why are we doing this?
Right now, cars often use bus lanes when they shouldn’t. This causes delays for people who rely on the bus and makes the road less safe for cyclists. Using cameras helps solve this by automatically catching rule-breakers.

Fines will be introduced in early 2026, after a warning period.

Why are councils taking this on, not the police?

In most parts of the country, the police do not regularly enforce moving traffic offences like bus lane misuse. National evidence shows that when councils take on enforcement, it improves compliance and lets the police focus on more urgent priorities.

You can read more about the scheme: Bus Lane Enforcement | Calderdale Council

Emailing Calderdale Council: MTE.Consultation@calderdale.gov.uk