Traffic-calming plan for two Shrewsbury schools
A series of traffic-calming measures could be introduced to improve safety for pupils at two schools in Shrewsbury.
The proposals for Crowmere Road in Monkmoor include a 20mph zone, speed bumps, pedestrian crossings and parking restrictions.
They will go on display at two schools on the road – Crowmoor Primary and Belvidere Secondary – from Monday as part of a four-week consultation process.
The proposals follow long-standing requests from parents who have called for improvements to slow drivers down and make it safer for pupils travelling to and from school.
Councillor Pam Moseley, who represents the Monkmoor ward, said: "I am delighted safety measures are to be introduced to Crowmere Road, a busy and important route, especially for pupils going to and from Crowmoor Primary and Belvidere Secondary schools.
"The measures should make the road safer for everyone, especially pedestrians, and I would encourage residents to view the plans and have their say on the proposals."
Councillor Claire Wild, Shropshire Council's cabinet member for highways and transport, said: "There have been concerns about the safety of the road near these particular schools for some time, so it is good to see this scheme coming to fruition."
Consultation drawings and other information will go on display at both schools from Monday until October 25, although Crowmoor Primary will be closed on the final day because of a PD day.
Feedback forms will be available for people to give their views on the various elements of the scheme, which will be used to decide the way forward with the proposals.
There will also be an extensive local letter drop giving the community the opportunity to comment on the plans.
