Online Petition - Request of traffic calming measure on Highway Road, Leicester LE5 5RD / LE5 5RE / LE5 5RF
Improve Road Safety on Highway Road (LE5 5RD / LE5 5RE / LE5 5RF): Stop Dangerous Speeding
Residents and commuters are deeply concerned about the increasing incidents of speeding on Highway Road, particularly when drivers are heading downhill towards Kingsway Road. This reckless driving poses a significant threat to the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists.
Why we need this:
- Safety for Pedestrians and Cyclists: The downhill stretch towards Kingsway Road is frequented by pedestrians and cyclists, including children and the elderly, who are at high risk of being injured by speeding vehicles.
- Increased Accident Rate: There has been a noticeable rise in traffic incidents and near-misses on this stretch of road, endangering lives and potentially causing significant property damage.
- Community Concerns: Local residents have expressed repeated concerns and fears for their safety, which highlights the urgent need for action.
- Proven Solutions: Traffic calming measures such as speed bumps, better signage, and regular speed checks are proven to reduce vehicle speeds and enhance road safety.
By signing this petition, you are urging the local council and traffic authorities to take immediate action to address the speeding issue on Highway Road (LE5 5RD, LE5 5RE & LE5 5RF stretch). Your support can help prevent potential accidents and protect our community. Please sign and share this petition with your neighbors, friends, and family to amplify our call for safer roads.
Thank you for your support in addressing this critical road safety issue. Together, we can create a safer environment for everyone on Highway Road.
Updates
August 22, 2024
im honestly blown away by how many people are signing this to get the cars to slow down. it feels like we finally have the momentum to actually get the councils attention.
25 Comments
Need something at the highway kingsway junction . Cars always speeding up and down highway road . Seen multiple accidents at this junction . Something needs to be done please
I had a near-miss yesterday (when I was crossing over Highway Road) with my 4 year old son in the car. The on coming car on Highway Road was doing at least 50mph and this happens very frequently.
Too many incidents on this junction. Urgently require effective traffic calming measures
Traffic calming measures are essential to prevent more incidents and before we have fatalities. Speed humps with clar signs at Give Way junctions on Junction of Highway Road and Kingsway.
The road and junction is just too dangerous.
Need safety measures on highway road too many accidents and very unsafe
This stretch of road has become extremely dangerous, and there are frequent accidents and near misses occurring there. Many drivers and local residents are increasingly worried about the risk to public safety due to issues such as speeding, poor visibility, dangerous junction layouts, congestion, and unsafe merging/turning points. It feels as though accidents are becoming far too common, yet little appears to be changing to improve the situation. I believe urgent action is needed before somebody is seriously injured or worse. I would ask that the relevant department urgently reviews this road and considers measures such as: • improved signage and road markings • speed reduction measures • better traffic light management • safer lane layouts/junction redesign • increased monitoring and enforcement As a resident/regular road user, I feel genuinely concerned every time I travel through this area and I know many others share the same concerns.
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Online Petition - Request of traffic calming measure on Highway Road, Leicester LE5 5RD / LE5 5RE / LE5 5RF
Improve Road Safety on Highway Road (LE5 5RD / LE5 5RE / LE5 5RF): Stop Dangerous Speeding
Residents and commuters are deeply concerned about the increasing incidents of speeding on Highway Road, particularly when drivers are heading downhill towards Kingsway Road. This reckless driving poses a significant threat to the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists.
Why we need this:
- Safety for Pedestrians and Cyclists: The downhill stretch towards Kingsway Road is frequented by pedestrians and cyclists, including children and the elderly, who are at high risk of being injured by speeding vehicles.
- Increased Accident Rate: There has been a noticeable rise in traffic incidents and near-misses on this stretch of road, endangering lives and potentially causing significant property damage.
- Community Concerns: Local residents have expressed repeated concerns and fears for their safety, which highlights the urgent need for action.
- Proven Solutions: Traffic calming measures such as speed bumps, better signage, and regular speed checks are proven to reduce vehicle speeds and enhance road safety.
By signing this petition, you are urging the local council and traffic authorities to take immediate action to address the speeding issue on Highway Road (LE5 5RD, LE5 5RE & LE5 5RF stretch). Your support can help prevent potential accidents and protect our community. Please sign and share this petition with your neighbors, friends, and family to amplify our call for safer roads.
Thank you for your support in addressing this critical road safety issue. Together, we can create a safer environment for everyone on Highway Road.
Updates
August 22, 2024
im honestly blown away by how many people are signing this to get the cars to slow down. it feels like we finally have the momentum to actually get the councils attention.
25 Comments
I live very close the the junction of highway rd and broadway rd .. and over 12 years have constantly seen and heard of bear misses and accidents on a regular basis. Surely prevention is better than reaction.
Need something at the highway kingsway junction . Cars always speeding up and down highway road . Seen multiple accidents at this junction . Something needs to be done please
I had a near-miss yesterday (when I was crossing over Highway Road) with my 4 year old son in the car. The on coming car on Highway Road was doing at least 50mph and this happens very frequently.
Too many incidents on this junction. Urgently require effective traffic calming measures
Traffic calming measures are essential to prevent more incidents and before we have fatalities. Speed humps with clar signs at Give Way junctions on Junction of Highway Road and Kingsway.
The road and junction is just too dangerous.
Need safety measures on highway road too many accidents and very unsafe
This stretch of road has become extremely dangerous, and there are frequent accidents and near misses occurring there. Many drivers and local residents are increasingly worried about the risk to public safety due to issues such as speeding, poor visibility, dangerous junction layouts, congestion, and unsafe merging/turning points. It feels as though accidents are becoming far too common, yet little appears to be changing to improve the situation. I believe urgent action is needed before somebody is seriously injured or worse. I would ask that the relevant department urgently reviews this road and considers measures such as: • improved signage and road markings • speed reduction measures • better traffic light management • safer lane layouts/junction redesign • increased monitoring and enforcement As a resident/regular road user, I feel genuinely concerned every time I travel through this area and I know many others share the same concerns.
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I live very close the the junction of highway rd and broadway rd .. and over 12 years have constantly seen and heard of bear misses and accidents on a regular basis. Surely prevention is better than reaction.