Speeding coming up on doorsteps says Cllr Feighery

Speeding is a topic coming up on the doorstep for many people, according to Councillor Neil Feighery who wants to see gardai carrying out more speed checks on the roads.

At the Tullamore Municipal District meeting, Councillor Feighery said that ''speed is a huge issue.Would it be possible to write to the Superintendent to carry out more random speed checks across the district. There are loads of places where they could do it. I think it would send out a very strong signal. If people were getting hit in the pocket and points on their licence they might be less inclined to speed. We nearly all know where speed checks and ramps are but if there were random ones it might be more effective. Many people are speeding in their own areas where they live. I think it's something that we are going to have to grapple with. I hope we get the cooperation of the Garda Siochana.'' said Cllr Feighery.

Councillor Frank Moran seconded the motion.  

Councillor Tony McCormack said traffic calming measures and more signage was needed on the Clonminch Road, in Tullamore. ''We don't have enough signage along that road. There are new residents out there. It might be good to put up some signs that would show them the speed they are driving. Speeds have increased hugely since the new residents moved in. I'm just thinking of the old people who have been living there a long time,'' he said.

Councillor Sean O'Brien said another pedestrian crossing was needed on Clonminch Road at the business park. He said it is a very busy road and there are some people with disabilities there.