Pedestrian crossing welcomed

Having campaigned for many years to have a crossing installed, Mr Devenney said the pedestrian crossing was “long overdue and badly needed” in the village.

“The crossing will be created adjacent to Longs Supermarket and will be of great benefit to everyone in the area,” said the Alderman.

“We have been campaigning for this for the last two to three years, and it is long overdue and badly needed because this road is used by pedestrians going to the shop, chemist and other facilities in the village.

“We also have two schools in the area and a community centre and people accessing these facilities are constantly using the road. The provision of this new crossing will make the road a much safer place for pedestrians,” he said, adding: “In the past when surveys were done the road did not meet the criteria for a crossing, but the criteria has changed and the road now qualifies for a crossing. I understand that work will begin in the summer.”

Mr Devenney added: “I hope that the provision of a crossing will also help to slow the traffic on Duncastle Road, making it a safer place for elderly and young people and for those going to and from the Methodist Church nearby. It will also make a huge difference to anyone with a disability.”