Penang halts use of automatic number plate recognition for parking offences over public concerns
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 9 — The Penang state government has instructed both local authorities in the state to immediately...
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 9 — Penang's Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has suspended the Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system for issuing parking fines, following public concerns. The system, introduced in April 2025, aimed to improve parking enforcement efficiency by detecting offences more accurately. However, it has sparked unease among residents, including former Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng.
Penang Island City Council (MBPP) Mayor A. Rajendran reported that the system issued approximately 7,000 parking offence compounds monthly, up from previous manual inspections. Chow stated that the government will review the system's details before resuming implementation, emphasizing the importance of listening to public voices and considering their interests in policy decisions.
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