Bryansford Speed Limit Extension Welcomed

Sinn Féin’s Chris Hazzard MP has welcomed a decision to extend the 40mph speed limit on the Burrenreagh Road in Bryansford.

Alongside Cathy Mason MLA and Cllr Leeanne McEvoy, the South Down MP spoke with local residents in Bryansford this week about the ongoing campaign to improve road safety in the local area, including the growing need for a village resurfacing scheme.xa0

Cllr Leeanne McEvoy, Cathy Mason MLA and Chris Hazzard MP pictured at Burreanreagh Road in Newcastle.

Mrxa0Hazzardxa0said:xa0“The decision to extend the 40mph speed limit on the Burrenreagh Road in Bryansford is welcome news for local residents.

“Speeding remains a constant issue through many of the gateways in the village.xa0

“I would like to use this opportunity to again remind drivers to drive responsibly and carefully at all times, especially through our local towns and villages.xa0

Mrxa0Hazzardxa0added: “However there is also real frustration in Bryansford that a village resurfacing scheme has still not been given the green light.xa0

“With NI Water utility works due to complete in the early autumn, Sinn Féin will once again be requesting that Bryansford village is added to the resurfacing schedule as soon as possible.” xa0

Bryansford Speed Limit Extension Welcomed