Speed cameras set to be installed on Warrington Road in Glazebury

Labour councillors Matt Smith and Janet Seddon have labelled the project “long-overdue”, with cameras to be installed along Warrington Road in Glazebury.

The idea was initially proposed back in 2019 during a public meeting, organised by the then Labour-controlled Culcheth and Glazebury Parish Council.

Following this, a residents' working group was formed, chaired by Cllr Matt Smith.

And by 2021, the group had overseen improvements to the road which included road markings, additional signage, and the introduction of the HGV restriction.

Labour councillors Matt Smith and Janet Seddon backed the project for five years (Image: Supplied) In addition, they had gained agreement from the then Labour Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), David Keane, for the introduction of average speed cameras on the road.

However, since the green light was given, the project stalled with “seemingly endless delays”.

But in a recent statement made by Cllr Smith and Cllr Seddon, the installation of the average speed cameras will take place this week.

In a joint statement they said: “We are pleased to confirm that the long-overdue average speed cameras are due to be installed this week on Warrington Road in Glazebury.

“These will cover the road from Bents down to Holcroft Lane.

“We would like to recognise the hard work of the residents on the Glazebury Traffic Working Group and the patience of residents who have been waiting for years for this project to be delivered."