'There is clearly a need for it'
A busy road in South Ribble is finally getting a new zebra crossing after a near decade-long campaign to make the route safer for pedestrians and cyclists. The facility will be installed on Stanifield Lane in Farington, close to Farington Park.
“There is increased traffic, there are developments…and it only takes one motorway to close and we’re backlogged.“People’s patience is tested frequently parents and children struggle to get across the road at different times,” said Cllr Alty, who represents the area as a ward councillor. There have been two collisions in the past five years within 100 metres of the entrance to Farington Park – both of which involved cyclists being hit by vehicles. It is hoped the chosen location will prevent cyclists leaving the park and riding directly out onto the road. South Ribble has agreed to contribute £70,000 towards the estimated £80,000 cost of the new facility, while it is thought Farington Parish Council will cover the remainder.
The county council would usually fund new crossings because of its overall responsibility for roads. However, the proposal for Stanfield Lane did not meet the threshold to be added to its list of annual road safety projects.
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