First step to safer crossing
Strathyre road survey
Transport Scotland will assess whether there is a need for a pedestrian crossing in Strathyre.
Stirling MSP Bruce Crawford has backed calls from the local community for a crossing over the busy A84.
He wrote to Transport Scotland, pointing out there had been an increase in the local population, a rise in the number of pupils attending the local primary school and record tourist numbers to Scotland.
Transport Scotland chief executive Roy Brannen replied: “In order to allow an informed decision to be made as to whether a crossing facility is necessary and if so, which type of crossing (controlled or uncontrolled) is appropriate, the study of vehicle and pedestrian flows is required.
“We have raised this with our operating company Bear Scotland and are seeking to identify the most suitable time to carry out this study during this financial year.
“If the need for a crossing is identified a consultation will then be carried out with the local community to agree the most appropriate location(s).
“Thereafter, depending on available budgets and other priorities across the network, we would anticipate works commencing within the 2019/20 programme.”
Mr Brannen added that they might need to reach an agreement with local landowners to allow any crossing to be installed.
Mr Crawford said: “I am pleased that Transport Scotland have listened to the needs and concerns of the local community in Strathyre.
“There is a strong case for a proper pedestrian crossing over the main road.
“The population, tourist numbers and pupils attending the primary school have all increased in recent years.
“The shape of Strathyre has changed and we must look to how we can help to ensure it remains a safe and happy place to live, work and visit.
“I look forward to the result of this study and will continue to work closely with the local community in campaigning for a pedestrian crossing.”
There is a strong case for a proper pedestrian crossing over the main road