Speed limit reduction petition launched
A PETITION has been launched calling for reduced speed limits after the death of a number of sheep in Bridgend.
The campaign asks for limits to be added to Heol Hopcyn John, a road in Coity, following distress from the deaths of the sheep caused to both residents and animals.
Gemma Jones, who launched the petition, writes: “I’ve seen sheep laying dead next to their dead lamb because they’ve been hit by a car.
“This needs to stop. It’s breaking the hearts of residents near by to see this happen on almost a daily basis.
“I cannot see another dead animal on this road. It’s cruel and something needs to happen.”
Currently, the road is in a 60mph zone and without cameras, leading to claims of reckless driving.
Keith Knight, from Bridgend, said: “It’s very upsetting watching these poor animals suffer and die and feeling so powerless to help.”
In one instance, three sheep were killed in the space of 24 hours, one killed at 1am and another two, including a lamb, at 10.15pm.
Ward Councillor Amanda Williams said: “I did a petition last year for a pavement as the road is so dangerous. Since then we have had about eight sheep and lamb deaths in a matter of weeks. It’s so sad.
“I’m trying to arrange a multi agency meeting up there to look at the issues.
“So far the MPs and MSs as well as the community councils are willing but BCBC and the police have not responded to me.”
A Bridgend council spokesman said: “The council and its partners are actively investigating options around speed limits and safety issues in this area, and we hope to make further announcements about this very soon.”