The Scottish government has awarded councils a total of £10 million in funding to help reduce road fatalities.
More than 120 road safety improvement projects received cash from the Road Safety Improvement Fund, which was allocated to initiatives addressing safety concerns across the country’s local road network.
Some of the projects being supported include new pedestrian crossings, junction upgrades and improved signage. Funding is also being provided to implement speed management measures, such as the pilot of 50mph limits on key motorcycle routes in the Borders.
The introduction of 20mph limits across the local road network will also be backed by the fund. Several local authorities are already close to completing their schemes.
Fiona Hyslop, cabinet secretary for transport, said she feels encouraged by the councils’ proposed projects: “Road safety is a priority for the Scottish Government and its partners, and we remain absolutely committed to working together to reach our ambitious goal of making Scotland’s roads the safest in the world by 2030.
“The road safety improvement fund and the rollout of 20mph speed limits are great examples of that partnership working in action, as they aim to support local authorities save lives on the local road network.
“It’s encouraging to see so many councils bring forward projects that will make a real difference to road safety in their areas, and I look forward to seeing them delivered. I’m also very pleased to see progress being made in implementing 20mph limits on the local road network.”
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