Abstract
This paper describes a study of attitudes towards speed cameras in particular the attitudes of `manipulators' (slow down before passing a camera and then accelerate away) and `defiers' (make no attempt to reduce their speed). Three surveys are described a) before cameras were installed, b) after cameras were installed but before publicity and c) after paying a fixed penalty. Questionnaires were sent out by the police. The information obtained is presented and discussed. Perceptions considered include a) estimate of number of working cameras, b) estimate of trigger speed, c) likelihood of being caught and d) level of penalty. Attitudes towards the role of cameras and the effects of paying fines are considered.