A new camera system in south-east England has detected thousands of illegal registration plates, which are modified to evade automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) systems. These plates pose significant risks to public safety, as they are easily obtainable without proper checks, according to experts and affected families.
The UK government is responding with a national plan to address the issue, as the existing ANPR network struggles to keep pace with evolving tactics used by drivers. Officials are advocating for stricter regulations on number plate suppliers to enhance road safety and combat organized crime linked to cloned and ghost plates.