We’re making parking at our hospitals sites easier and more efficient by introducing Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR).

This applies to the following hospitals:

• Southend Hospital –  11 July
• Basildon Hospital – 16 July
• Broomfield Hospital – 22 July

This will mean a faster and more efficient parking experience with no need to display tickets, and simple payment options via machines or a mobile app.

Cameras, operating 24/7, will read your number plate when you enter and exit our sites. To avoid a Parking Charge Notice you should

• Check the signage for parking rules
• Only park in designated areas
• Pay for your stay before leaving

The new system will match your number plate with the payment made at the machine or via the parking app. 

How do I pay for parking?

You can make your payment at a payment terminal on site or you can use the parking app available on the App Store or on Google Play. The app is called ‘Trust’. 

Existing parking concessions will continue to apply.

This article originally appeared on NHS Mid and South Essex and was republished with permission.