Pledge to tackle speeding drivers on narrow Bridgnorth street
The problem of drivers speeding along one of Bridgnorth's narrowest roads will be dealt with, Shropshire Council has pledged.
The council says it is working with the police to tackle the issue on Cartway and Friar's Street.
The news comes after a Bridgnorth man spoke out to warn others of the risk to pedestrians caused by drivers breaking rules that restrict the use of the road.
Councillor Simon Jones, cabinet member for highways and transport, said: "Shropshire Council is aware of the concerns of residents and in response to this has recently undertaken a snapshot survey of the traffic movements on Cartway and Friar's Street at separate times during a typical working day.
"The results of the survey are being collated and will be discussed with the police, to consider and carry out any enforcement action that they deem necessary.
"The residents will also be provided with the survey results for their information."
One resident, David Seymour, said thge problem has been highlighted to Shropshire Council a number of times.
He said only half of Cartway and Friar's Street have footpaths and there is a risk to pedestrians, particularly mothers with young children.
There are traffic restrictions on Cartway, with access only for the residents.
Signs in the High Street and the entrance to Cartway make the restrictions clear, but motorists continue to ignore the warnings.
Mr Seymour said drivers also speed along the road and anyone who complains is met with a mouthful of abuse.
Five boy racers have recently been warned after being seen speeding on the road. West Mercia Police says it has increased patrols in the area.
West Mercia Police said officers conducted patrols and issued five warning letters and a section 59 notice to one driver.
The patrols came after police received two calls from members of the public relating to the Cartway in Bridgnorth in June.
Temporary Sergeant Sarah Knight said: "We are appealing to members of the public to report vehicle related anti-social behaviour at the time the incident occurs.
"This will mean that officers can be more effectively deployed. In particular, please note down the full registration of those vehicles involved."
CCTV in the town is also being used to identify the number plates of cars.
