(Highways Agency) Silverlink roundabout traffic lights
Drivers will soon benefit from a new intelligent traffic light system at Silverlink roundabout. This work was due to be completed before Christmas, but had to be postponed.
The MOVA (Microprocessor Optimised Vehicle Actuation) traffic light system, which uses electronic sensors to adjust signal timings in response to changing traffic flows, has been installed at Silverlink roundabout to smooth traffic flows and ease peak time congestion. All that is required now is to transfer from the old control system to the new one.
This work will now take place from Wednesday to Friday morning this week. During this period the traffic lights will need to be switched off completely and traffic will be required to observe normal give way convention at the roundabout.
Highways Agency project manager John Sheerin said:
“This is a key roundabout with heavy traffic flows, particularly at peak times. The new traffic lights automatically adjust signal timings to regulate and maximise traffic flows through the junction.
“The only way of upgrading to the new MOVA system is to disconnect the power to the traffic lights. In order to warn motorists we will be placing ‘signals not in use signs’ on the approaches to the roundabout and temporary ‘give way’ signs at the roundabout.
“Drivers should take care and follow the roadmarkings on the roundabout as they will allow drivers to negotiate the roundabout safely.”
Drivers can get up-to-the-minute travel information by phoning the Highways Agency Information Line on 08457 504030, by accessing its website: http://www.highways.gov.uk or by tuning into the Highways Agency’s Traffic Radio, available on DAB digital radio and at http://www.trafficradio.org.uk.
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NOTES TO EDITORS
1. The Highways Agency is an executive agency of the Department for Transport. We manage, maintain and improve England’s motorways and major A roads on behalf of the Secretary of State.
2. Real-time traffic information for England’s motorways and major A roads is now available:
* From our new Traffic Radio service, available on DAB digital radio and the internet at http://www.trafficradio.org.uk To tune into the DAB service, simply press the “scan” button on your radio. The radio will tune into all available channels and you can select the new service by scrolling through the channels until you reach “Traffic Radio”.
* On the internet at http://www.highways.gov.uk/trafficinfo
* By phone from the Highways Agency 24-hour voice activated phone service on 08700 660 115. (Calls from BT landlines to 0870 numbers will cost no more than 8p per minute; mobile calls usually cost more).
Before using a mobile, find a safe place to park. Never stop on the hard shoulder of a motorway except in an emergency. Make sure it’s safe and legal before you call.
3. For more general information about the Highways Agency and its work, visit the Highways Agency website http://www.highways.gov.uk, or telephone the Highways Agency Information Line on 08457 50 40 30 at any time. (Calls to 0845 numbers cost no more than 3p/min from BT residential landlines. Call charges from other landlines and mobile networks may vary)
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Safety at roadworks
The Highways Agency is working with the industry and road users to reduce the risks of working on the roads. For the safety of roadworkers and all road users, when you are approaching roadworks:
* Keep within the speed limit – it is there for your safety.
* Get into the correct lane in good time – don’t keep switching.
* Concentrate on the road ahead, not the roadworks.
* Be alert for works’ traffic leaving or entering roadworks.
* Keep a safe distance – there could be queues in front.
* Observe all signs – they are there to help you.
Issued on behalf of Highways Agency by COI News and PR North East
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