Why has it taken two months to get a response to a simple question for the Cynon Valley MS?
The delay by the RCT Council in building the last section of the Aberdare Bypass is causing major problems for the residents of Llwydcoed, the bypass road was to be built in conjunction with the dualling of the Heads of the Valleys road
From FB: Back in December I wrote to Vicki Howells bringing to her attention the amount of large articulated lorries traversing the village. There are 7tonne weight limit signs at all approaches to the village which are clearly being ignored.
After two months I’ve eventually had a reply. I and I believe most others were of the view that the weight restriction applied to the old rail bridge on Merthyr Road. Apparently not! RCT claim that the weight restriction was merely for environmental purposes and aimed to direct heavy traffic to alternative routes.
Apparently there are no “legal” obligations to ignoring the signs!!
My opinion – RUBBISH!
A red circle sign is a legal obligation/instruction.
Once again evidence that RCT and AMs don’t give a toss about traffic issues in Llwydcoed.
Maybe a few more letters/e mails are needed from you guys?
FB Comments https://www.facebook.com/groups/1780545608885524
A “7.5 T weight restriction” for a village means that vehicles exceeding a gross weight of 7.5 tonnes are prohibited from entering the area, typically implemented due to concerns about road damage, congestion, or safety on narrow roads; this restriction is usually considered an “environmental weight restriction” and is enforced by local authorities through traffic regulations, with fines imposed on violating vehicles.
Key points about the 7.5 T weight restriction:
- Meaning:
A 7.5 tonne weight limit means only vehicles weighing less than 7.5 tonnes are allowed on the road.
- Reasoning:
This restriction is often implemented in villages due to narrow roads, potential damage to infrastructure from heavier vehicles, and concerns about resident safety.
- Enforcement:
Local councils enact these restrictions through Traffic Regulation Orders, and the police are responsible for enforcing them, issuing fines to violating vehicles.
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