Road safety measures cut accidents
In recent years members of the Ferniegair community have worked with Police Scotland and South Lanarkshire Council to crack down on road safety in the area.
The local authority have since confirmed the number of accidents on Carlisle Road has decreased.
Colin Park, Head of Roads andtransportation, said:“matters relating to speed and road safety have been investigated in recent months.
“The council receive details of any injury accidents occurring on the road network generally in the month following the incident.
“Accident statistics are also reviewed on an annual basis across the council area.
“The accident record for Carlisle Road is improving, with fewer injury accidents occurring over recent years than previously.
“A speed limit gateway feature on the approach from Larkhall was recently completed which complements measures already in place that influence traffic speed such as vehicle activated signs, traffic signals, bus stops, cycle network and right turn storage junction markings.
“This section of road is also identified as a mobile site by the Safety Camera Unit and local police have undertaken enforcement since last year.
“We have measured speeds and, working with the police, have concluded that there is a high level of compliance with the speed limit.
“Notwithstanding this, further enforcement activities are programmed.”
The gateway installed consists of speed limit signs, settlement name, red coloured surfacing with speed limit roundel marking and“dragons teeth”markings in the approach.
And police have warned of enforcement action on the A72 if motorists refuse to comply with the law.
Chief Inspector Briony Daye told us :“We are aware of the local concerns about safety on the roads in the Ferniegair area of Hamilton.
“We work closely with a range of partner agencies, including other emergencies services and local authorities to ensure the safety of all using our roads.
“This continues to be a priority for us and we will take enforcement action against anyone breaking the law – this can be using your mobile phone, speeding, drink/drug driving or any other offence.
“Motorists must ensure that they give their driving the full attention it deserves.
“I would encourage anyone with any concerns about road users to make us aware as we are committed to improving safety.”
We are committed to improving safety
CI Briony Daye