Speaking ahead of this evening’s meeting between Roads Service and Larne Borough Council, the Minister said: “Junction visibility splay improvements have already been completed at Ballyhampton Road/Old Ballyhampton Road and at Gobbins Road/Mullaghboy Road, and it is planned to improve the junction visibility splays at Bridgend Road/Forthill Road later this financial year.
“Traffic Calming measures have been introduced in the Seacliff estate, Larne to address concerns about speeding vehicles, and a Pelican Crossing has been installed on the Old Glenarm Road near the cemetery.
“Improved warning signage with integrated flashing lights have been introduced at Corran Integrated Primary School, Old Glenarm Road and at Ballyboley Primary School, Braepark Road as part of an initiative aimed at enhancing traffic and speed management outside schools.”
At the meeting Road Service’s Principal Engineer, Terry Fulton welcomed the continued investment in local transport and safety measures in the Larne Council area. These include traffic calming schemes, measures to assist cyclists and pedestrians and a programme of school travel and safety projects.
Mr Fulton said: "Roads Service faces some very significant challenges over the next few years as it deals with the ongoing needs for road maintenance, while progressing a demanding programme of strategic road improvements. We are also contributing to the work being led by the Department of the Environment, on the implementation of decisions arising from the Review of Public Administration, so that changes to our structure or working arrangements can be planned and implemented smoothly.
"Despite these challenges, Roads Service will continue to concentrate on scheme delivery in the Larne Council area. We will minimise the disruption that will arise from our works and we will give motorists advance warning of road works through signage and information prior to works. There will also be updated information on our website and radio traffic reports.''
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