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BBC News
3 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Opportunity to comment on Douglas and Onchan 20mph proposals
Detailed plans for the latest round of a scheme to introduce lower speed limits in residential areas have been put out for consultation. The move, brought forward by the Department of Infrastructure, will see the 20mph (32km) limits implemented in built up areas across the island over the next 18 living in Douglas and Onchan have been given until 4 July to submit feedback on the proposals for those areas ahead of the continuation of the Minister Michelle Haywood said her department was not to asking "whether there would be reduced speed limits, but which roads should be included". Last month Tynwald approved the Department of Infrastructure's plan for the scheme, which outlined increased public involvement and how the project would be put in said her department was "probably running one of the biggest consultation exercises that has ever been done", as the team aimed to engage with every local authority area over the coming months. 'Local knowledge' Maps have been made available to view at Onchan Commissioners' office, Onchan Library, Douglas City Hall, Douglas City Library and the Sea detailed maps have also been made available in an online portal, which allows people to leave feedback by selecting the road they wish to comment can also be sent by email to the traffic regulation order said Tynwald members had now approved the move three times, meaning she now needed to "deliver something that is the best for each residential area". "Our proposals are there, and they can contract or expand depending on local knowledge," she said while the department's engineers knew "what the road looks like in terms of highway designs", local residents were best place to comment on "how people use the road and how the traffic flows through the area".Roads near schools, hospitals and care homes, along with places "where we know there is an increased probability of people who are vulnerable", would be prioritised under the scheme, Haywood the department had gathered views and adjusted the proposals accordingly, the department would "feel we have the green light" to implement the reduced speed limits, she added. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Warning over rule change to hated 20mph speed limits that will impact over 30,000 UK drivers
MOTOROISTS have been warned over a coming rule change that will impact 30,000 drivers. The proposed change to introduce lower speed limits in some residential areas has been given political backing. 2 Hated 20mph speed limits have already been put in place in Port St Mary, the Isle of Man. Other roads on in the island's residential areas are soon to follow with further limits being introduced. It is expected that 30,000 motorists will be impacted by the rule changes. Some politicians criticised the scheme saying there had been a lack of consultation with local representatives. Despite this, political backing for the new speed limits was given and the scheme will go ahead. Further 20mph limits are expected to be introduced in Douglas and Onchan on the Isle of Man. The new lower speed limits are being prioritised around schools. The rollout of the rule change will come in phases with different areas being addressed over time. The department of infrastructure aims to roll out extensive 20mph zones across the Island's capital. Plans for the implementation of the new rules were controversial, facing opposition and criticism. Opposition to the scheme argued that changes should only be implemented after extensive through engagement with the community. The proposed changes would see a large portion of the small island's capital affected by the reduced limits. Tens of thousands of drivers would be impacted by the controversial plans. Being rolled out in the capital at first, the scheme will reportedly come to all residential towns and villages across the island eventually. The scheme is reportedly going to cost £400,000 over three financial years. New signs will be put up to indicate where the controversial 20mph limits have been introduced. The new limits are to be monitored, with a review of the measure expected after implementation. Communities are still able to express their views on the controversial plans. The period of time offered to communities to give comments on the plans was extended earlier this month.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Traffic lights to give emergency vehicles priority
Temporary traffic lights to allow priority to be given to emergency vehicles have begun operating on an access road linking the inside and outside of the TT course. The route runs along the heritage trail between Douglas and Braddan, allowing access to Noble's Hospital and some homes on the inside of the course. The Department of Infrastructure (DOI) said the measure was needed as it was the only route available for vehicles to the hospital and outside of the course during road closures. The public has also been reminded that pedestrians are banned from the route when it is open to traffic during TT sessions. The route is restricted to bikes, motorbikes, cars and small vans with a weight under 3.5 tonnes, and under 10.9ft (3.35m) in height. The DOI had carried out repairs, line marking and safety-critical verge management on the route prior to the start of the event on Monday. the department said during race and practice sessions its staff would be stationed at either side of the route to activate the traffic lights to "ensure uninterrupted emergency services access to and from the hospital". "While being stopped from entering the access road can be frustrating, we ask for your patience and understanding whilst our team members assist the emergency services," it added Additional signage has been put in place this year to advise road-users that traffic may be stopped. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X. Extra staffing to support hospitals during TT Qualifying for Isle of Man TT gets under way Marshalling is like becoming part of 'big family' 'The Isle of Man TT is our Christmas,' clerk says Mountain Road closure extended for repairs Cost of TT access road improvement 'huge' Isle of Man Government - Infrastructure Isle of Man TT
BBC News
28-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Traffic lights to give emergency vehicles TT access road priority
Temporary traffic lights to allow priority to be given to emergency vehicles have begun operating on an access road linking the inside and outside of the TT route runs along the heritage trail between Douglas and Braddan, allowing access to Noble's Hospital and some homes on the inside of the Department of Infrastructure (DOI) said the measure was needed as it was the only route available for vehicles to the hospital and outside of the course during road public has also been reminded that pedestrians are banned from the route when it is open to traffic during TT sessions. The route is restricted to bikes, motorbikes, cars and small vans with a weight under 3.5 tonnes, and under 10.9ft (3.35m) in DOI had carried out repairs, line marking and safety-critical verge management on the route prior to the start of the event on department said during race and practice sessions its staff would be stationed at either side of the route to activate the traffic lights to "ensure uninterrupted emergency services access to and from the hospital"."While being stopped from entering the access road can be frustrating, we ask for your patience and understanding whilst our team members assist the emergency services," it addedAdditional signage has been put in place this year to advise road-users that traffic may be stopped. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
IOL News
27-05-2025
- General
- IOL News
WC government told to go back to drawing board over its plans for Oude Molen Village
The Oude Molen Eco Village has picturesque mountain views. Image: Wesley Ford THE provincial government says the future of the Oude Molen property remains in its control despite Heritage Western Cape's (HWC) decision to reject the Department of Infrastructure's proposed plans for the area. HWC recently found that the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) did not fully meet the requirements outlined in Section 38(3) of the National Heritage Resources Act (Act 25 of 1999). The Department of Infrastructure's plans for the site included a mixed use and mixed income housing development. The Oude Molen Precinct forms part of the broader Two Rivers landscape, an area of significant tangible and intangible heritage value to the people of the Western Cape, HWC said. Interested parties last year expressed concern over what they said could be another 'tick box exercise' as the public were given a chance to comment on proposed development plans for the Oude Molen Precinct (OMP). Currently, Oude Molen houses several organisations, small businesses, two schools, the Goringhaicona Kraal and stables, among others, in green natural surroundings. Following the move by the heritage protection body, the community lauded the decision amid ongoing tensions about the land's future. 'HWC turned down the HIA and this is an important step towards greater transparency, participation and meaningful consultation regarding this controversial project. This decision is a significantly positive outcome welcomed by the community of Oude Molen Eco Village and to all interested and affected parties that have lodged their objections and comments so far in this ongoing process. The Oude Molen Eco Village community joins hands with its allied organisations, groups, individuals and traditional bodies in applauding this decision. 'As a diverse community of interested and affected parties, we are respectful of HWC's role as a statutory heritage body that holds a responsibility and mandate to protect the intangible and tangible heritage resources within the Two Rivers Urban Park and in such resources on the Western Cape. "HWC has asserted its commitment to preserving a precinct that has been nationally recognised as a historical epicentre of liberation and resistance that holds cultural, environmental and ecological significance to South Africa and beyond. Western Cape Heritage committee members personally visited the Oude Molen Eco Village and commented about their positive experience of the natural peaceful environment,' Oude Molen Eco Village exco members said in a statement. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. 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A final decision will be made once a revised HIA that meets HWC's requirements is submitted and reviewed,' said HWC chief executive, Michael Janse van Rensburg. The provincial infrastructure department meanwhile maintained they would forge ahead with their plans, as the custodians of the land. 'The Department of Infrastructure intends to respond to HWC to clarify certain matters that arose during the discussion at the HWC; and to prepare an addendum to the HIA to address the technical issues highlighted by the HWC,' said department spokesperson, Melt Botes. He said the Department of Infrastructure remains the custodian of this property and landlord to the tenants. 'Any future plans for this property have always been premised on the DoI and the Western Cape Government's commitment to ensure that the property reaches its highest and best potential in serving the wider communities of the Western Cape, while facilitating an integrated development that provides a residentially led mixed use development inclusive of affordable housing (including social housing) with access to job opportunities, education and natural and heritage resources to all; not just a select few,' he added. Cape Times
