King’s Lane ‘Speed Track’ must be tackled, says Hillis
East Londonderry UUP Assembly member Norman Hillis has warned that an accident is waiting to happen at King’s Lane in Ballykelly.
The MLA has been advised of the problem of some speeding motorists along the road.
During a clinic in the village, Mr. Hillis who was accompanied by the UUP Councillor for the area Cllr. Edwin Stevenson said he was asked to look into the situation by residents.
“It seems that some drivers do not want to observe the 30 mile an hour restriction along the road and as a result local people fear for the safety of their children.
“Speed restrictions are in place for a reason and motorists should not exceed them in built up areas where there are children in the vicinity.
“This is an accident waiting to happen and it cannot be ignored. I do not know if speed ramps would be an option but I want to ascertain what can be done to help improve safety.”
Mr. Hillis acknowledges the concerns of local people at King’s Lane and, together with local UUP Councillor Edwin Stevenson, plans to discuss theissue with representatives of the DRD Roads Service.