Calls made to review safety on A90 near Ellon after fatal road crash
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Calls have been made for Transport Scotland to urgently review safety at two central reservations on the A90 near Ellon following a recent fatal crash on the road.
North East MSP Liam Kerr and councillor Gillian Owen have urged the transport minister Jenny Gilruth and organisation to look into the issue.
It comes after a 74-year-old man died in a crash involving a car and lorry at the Tipperty junction last month.
Both Mr Kerr and Ms Owen have written a joint letter to transport minister Jenny Gilruth urging Transport Scotland to look at closing the area’s central reservations at Logie Road and Connon’s.
Their call follows concerns raised by Connon’s bosses who have now instructed their drivers to use the Ellon roundabout and Newburgh slip way due to the risks associated with crossing the busy dual carriageway.
Mr Kerr said: “These dangerous central reservations at Tipperty are not big enough nor are they fit for purpose which is why we are calling for action.
“Crossing the dual carriageway is a terrifying experience while vehicles are often left overhanging forcing oncoming traffic to manoeuvre past them.
“Unless this problem is addressed, there is a real possibility that more collisions will occur putting lives at risk.”
Ms Owen said: “I’m glad Connon’s have decided to act to protect their drivers and other motorists – now it’s time for Transport Scotland to make the changes needed to increase safety in the area.
“Far too many accidents and near misses are happening due to these central reservations which are completely unsuitable for the high volumes of traffic using the A90.”
