Junction road – Request for crossing

Highways Advisory Committee - Minutes 17th May 2011

Councillor Brice-Thompson addressed the Committee in support of the proposal to assist pedestrians and most especially for elderly accessing the Western Road Medical Centre. She noted the lack of funding, but asked if a facility could be put forward at part of the coming year’s Local Implementation Plan (LIP).

The Principal Engineer explained that if that was the Committee’s view, the item could be moved to Part C of the highways scheme list in order for officers to put the matter forward on the list for 2011/12.

The Principal Engineer further explained that a refuge would help, but would need road widening, which might be feasible and would allow people to cross in two halves. He added that a zebra crossing was possible and would allow people to get priority over traffic. The Committee was also informed that a speed table would reduce speeds, but might not give enough confidence to cross the road.

The Committee agreed to include this request on section C (Highways scheme proposals on hold for future decisions).