A new network of digital CCTV and automatic number plate recognition cameras are being installed on key routes around Aberdeen.

The £300,000 system will monitor traffic and journey times, with the information gathered being used to help the flow of traffic throughout the city, particularly at key locations beside the Aberdeen Western Peripheral route.

This system will comprise of cameras and communications, linked to a central monitoring and control system at the traffic control centre.

Existing cameras are already in place but they do not provide real-time footage of traffic, meaning the control centre has to rely on Police Scotland to report on some incidents.

An Aberdeen City Council spokeswoman said: "This is a very exciting development for controlling traffic flow around the city as it means operators can be alerted to incidents straight away or can redirect traffic away from busy areas.

"The benefits to motorists include reduced delays at key locations and a system which is designed to work with the new AWPR routes in and out of the city.

"We're looking forward to using the new system and realising the benefits for motorists who live, work or are visiting Aberdeen."