Speed limit reduction at Raigmore interchange welcomed by Inverness MSP
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AN Inverness MSP has praised a reduction of speed limits to 30mph introduced at Raigmore interchange in Inverness.
Inverness and Nairn MSP, Fergus Ewing, has welcomed the new speed limit which has now come into effect at the A9/A96 Raigmore Interchange in Inverness following a review of pedestrian crossing points at the interchange.
It is expected that the new speed limit will improve safety of those pedestrians and cyclists at the location and reduce conflict between drivers and pedestrians.
The new limit will cover the A96 approaches, the interchange itself and on the A9 slip-roads joining and leaving the interchange.
The 30mph on Millburn Road has now been extended from its previous location eastwards providing traffic signals and controlled crossing points at the interchange.
Commenting on the new measures, Fergus Ewing, said: “I know that this interchange has been a cause for concern to many residents in the Inverness area and for those regular users passing through this particular route. It is welcome news that Transport Scotland will be introducing this new speed limit to help provide further safety to all users of the interchange.
“The new speed limit at Raigmore interchange will help improve road safety and simultaneously make it easier for people to walk and cycle for everyday journeys. It will also allow for future signal controlled crossing points which have been announced as planned for this location.
“I’m pleased to see my colleagues in the Scottish Government have remained prioritised on road safety issues and additional to assessing the trunk road network for opportunities to improve road safety, they will be consulting on developing a new road safety framework for Scotland to 2030.”
