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Farren calls for one-way Moville
24.09.10
by Caoimhinn Barr, Inishowen Independent
LABOUR Councillor Martin Farren has called for a
one-way traffic system to be adopted in Moville on a
trial basis. Cllr Farren said he also wants better
pedestrian crossings earmarked for the Foyleside
town, which is home to around 1,500 residents.
“I am calling on the road design team to consider
implementing a one-way system in James’ Street for a
period of six-months to see if it would be feasible
as a permanent solution to traffic problems in
Moville,” he said, at an Inishowen electoral area
meeting.
“It was pointed out to me that traffic lights would
slow up the flow of traffic on Moville Main Street
but I think it is important that we install some
form of controlled pedestrian crossings because
there is a large volume of traffic going through the
town, particularly with visitors coming over on the
ferry in the summer months.” |
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Moville councillor, Martin Farren,
wants a trial run of one-way traffic at James Street
and Montgomery Terrace, pictured. |
County Council roads
engineer Stephen Flynn said he had no problem in
assessing Moville Main Street with a view to the
installation of pedestrian crossings - if they were
found to be needed.
Meanwhile Cllr. Farren has also requested better
signage towards one of Moville’s best-known
landmarks, the Cooley Cross, an historic relic
situated one mile outside the town.
“A group of people are doing great work with the
Cooley Cross and they are seeking three signs to
point visitors towards the tourist attraction. One
is needed on Moville’s Main Street while two more
are needed near Summerhill. It is important that we
get these installed in time for the tourist season
next year,” Cllr. Farren added. |
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