A major city has issued roughly 3,000 fines to drivers since launching new “reg plate” traffic cameras this week after a warning period ended. During that time, the Liverpool City Council issued 40,000 warnings in the lead-up to the cameras being operational rather than the standard £70 fine. The Automatic Number Plate Recognition cameras form part of new enforcement powers granted by the Department for Transport to tackle dangerous driving in the capital. The cameras were put in place to help reduce congestion, improve air quality and road safety while also encouraging sustainable travel. Do …