Multiple Crashes on St. Ninians Road in 2021
Local Stirling MSP Evelyn Tweed has written to Stirling Council regarding ongoing concerns over dangerous driving and speeding on St. Ninians Road, Cambusbarron following multiple crashes.
The stretch of road in question serves as a walking route for nearby schools, and local residents are calling for traffic calming measures to help reduce speeds and increase the safety of road users and pedestrians alike.
In her letter to Stirling Council, Ms Tweed highlights the perceived risk to pupils in particular, and has backed community calls for further investigations into the suitability of current traffic infrastructure. Further mitigations could help save lives.
Evelyn Tweed MSP said:
‘Communities have every right to feel safe and secure in their neighbourhoods, especially near their local schools. Public sector partners have a duty to help encourage sustainable forms of transport – walking and cycling must not be put off by dangerous driving, speeding or inappropriate road design.
‘I have listened to the concerns of local residents, and I am in communication with Stirling Council officials to explore their understanding of the road. I am very happy to take this issue forward, and discuss solutions which can protect drivers and pedestrians from speeding.’
Jill Stevenson, a member of the Cambusbarron community said:
‘I’m extremely glad to see our local MSP is on the case. There have been several crashes this year, and it’s only a matter of time before more serious injuries occur on this stretch of road. The community really do feel something needs to be done, including exploring traffic calming measures and ways to reduce driver speed. Our kids should be able to walk to school safely, and I urge Stirling Council to listen to these concerns and take swift action.’
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