Shropshire Star

Traffic calming measures planned for north Shropshire village

A series of traffic calming measures are planned for roads through a village in north Shropshire.

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A consultation is currently underway regarding the installation of traffic calming measures on number of roads in Hinstock, near Market Drayton

Under Shropshire Council's plans, a raised plateau would be installed between along the A529 on School Bank, running for 94-metres to Wood Lane and 79-metres to Chester Road.

The A529 in Hinstock, near Market Drayton. Photo: Google
The A529 in Hinstock, near Market Drayton. Photo: Google

Several speed cushions would also be installed along School Bank, Chester Road and Wood Lane. 

Documents relating to the consultation, which is open until May 22, can be viewed at Market Drayton Library during regular opening hours.

Alternatively, copies may be requested by emailing traffic.engineering@shropshire.gov.uk, by writing to the Traffic Engineering Team, Guildhall, Frankwell, Shrewsbury, or by calling 0345 678 9077.

Those wishing to raise an objection, express support, or make any other comments about these proposals are asked to email or write to the addresses above, as objections cannot be accepted over the phone.