Meeting the Public at Motorway Service Areas
In June, the Central Motorway Police Group, in conjunction with our Traffic Officer Service, will be running 'meet the public' days at Motorway Service Areas.
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Statement from the Highways Agency
21st May 2008 - Highways Agency statement in response to questions about the planned removal of signs on the A1 in Northumberland which give the number of casualties
The Highways Agency said:
"These signs were introduced on the A1 in Northumberland in the early 90's as part of a trial to see if they would improve driver behaviour, reduce speed and improve safety. The signs were installed in agreement with local stakeholders, including the police and the local authority.
"In this instance we don't think the signs have been effective in reducing speeding and therefore the decision has been taken to remove them. The signs will be removed from the A1 as part of planned roadworks (this both limits any delays to drivers and keeps costs to a minimum).
"It is normal practice for the Highways Agency to review existing signing in accordance with latest sign design requirements and standards to see if the signs need to be replaced or upgraded or removed.
"However, since the trial started numerous maintenance and safety improvements schemes have been carried out on this section of the A1."
Issued by the Highways Agency press office.
Media enquiries including out of hours should be made to the Highways Agency National Press Office on 0207 081 7443.
Recent Press Statements
May 2008
April 2008
4th April 2008 - Highways Agency statement on Traffic Management on the A2 near Boughton, Kent
March 2008
31st March - M11 Safety Camera
10th March - Highways Agency Advises Drivers to Take Care in Strong Winds and Heavy Rain
December 2007
5th December - M25 Jct 19 - Traffic Management Trial
3rd December - Eurorap 2007 UK Results
November 2007
28th November - Durham Green Industrial Estate Development
September 2007
25th September - England's Motorway Roadworks Best in Europe
