A software glitch caused 2,650 incorrect speeding fines on UK roads since 2021; affected drivers will be refunded and penalty points removed.

A software update caused about 2,650 incorrect speeding fines since 2021 on some English motorways and A roads due to a glitch in variable speed cameras, National Highways admitted. The error, affecting less than 0.1% of 6 million camera events, occurred when speed limits increased. The agency paused data sharing with police, issued an apology, and confirmed affected drivers will be contacted, with fines refunded and penalty points removed. Enforcement continues via other methods like mobile cameras and patrols. No action is needed by drivers.