Average speed cameras to enhance road safety during M80 works

Drivers and road workers are to benefit from enhanced road safety following the installation of fourteen average speed cameras between Mollinsburn and Haggs. The cameras are set to go live at the end of this month.
 
Transport Scotland supports the contractors decision to implement average speed cameras in line with the planned increase of road work on the £320m M80 Stepps to Haggs scheme  - a vital project completing the motorway system between Glasgow and Stirling.
 
Backed by Strathclyde Safety Camera Partnership, the cameras generate a safe and steady traffic flow by recording the average speed of vehicles. The cameras will enforce a consistent speed of 40mph, to ensure the safety of both drivers and road workers operating along the hard shoulder and roadside.

Carson McCartney, Project Manager Transport Scotland, said:

"Average speed cameras are proven safety tools that will significantly improve safety for both road users and the workforce during this busy work period. These cameras are enforceable and will promote safety vigilance at all times."

Gladys Cadden, manager of the Strathclyde Safety Camera Partnership, said:

"At previous major roadworks in this area, average speed cameras have been extremely successful in encouraging motorists to stay within the speed limits. The cameras are being installed on the M80 upgrade to remind drivers to take it easy for the benefit of everyone's safety during the period of roadworking."

Transport Scotland's Road Safety Action Plan targets reduction of speed related incidents, working with eight Safety Camera Partnerships across Scotland to support this aim.

The M80 Stepps to Haggs Project route improvements started in January 2009 and, when complete in 2011, will significantly reduce congestion as well as improve the travel time reliability between Glasgow and Stirling.

The project will also benefit safety and quality of life for local communities by taking the current heavy levels of traffic away from Mollinsburn and Moodiesburn, reducing the risk of accidents.