IT is such a simple idea that could save lives, the wonder is why it has not been introduced before.

Highways contractors Amey reveals today how it will use CCTV cameras to capture rogue motorists who put their employees at risk.

It is not clear how much weight such filming will carry when and if images captured are used to bring action against drivers who put workmen in danger, but there is little doubt that their presence would be a deterrent for those behind the wheel who simply ignore the risks they pose.

With spring has come the expected blooming of road works.

Contractors know they have a precious window between the bad weather of the winter and the busy summer months.

And as the cones multiply and the lanes shift then tempers can flare and concentration wander as motorists become frustrated.

None of the above, however, excuses putting people at risk.

We can expect then that the use of road works cameras will multiply and, almost as certain, a TV real life action series will no doubt follow along with court