LOCAL MP BACKS 40MPH SPEED LIMIT AT EVENWOOD GATE
HELEN GOODMAN MP
PRESS RELEASE
18 December 2007
** For immediate release**
Helen Goodman, MP for Bishop Auckland, has put her weight firmly behind Durham County Council’s proposal to reduce the speed limit on the A688 through Evenwood Gate from 60mph to 40mph.
This stretch of road has been the site of several accidents in recent years, and the 60mph limit continues to be a grave concern for local residents, especially those with young children.
Helen first raised this issue with Durham County Council in July 2005, and is therefore delighted the Council are now listening to the residents of Evenwood Gate.
Helen is urging everyone who lives in or drives though the village to write to Durham County Council to show their support for a 40mph speed limit before the consultation period ends on 7 January 2008.
Helen said:
“I welcome the announcement about this road blackspot, and I hope all those with an interest in road safety will support this long-overdue proposal”.
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