Michael Henderson
6 Mar 2019 · Coroner Kirsty Gomersal · Cumbria
The coroner's concerns
1. excess speed on New Road
“The Collision Investigator advised me that it is feasible to considerably exceed the speed limit on New Road to 60 or 70 mph or even greater”
2. future fatalities on New Road
“The Collision Investigator was concerned that there could be further future deaths on this road because of the speeds that can be attained”
Responses
2019-0037A-Response-by-Cumbria-County-Council.pdf ↗· Cumbria County Council
Stated action · Tuesday 14 May
“a traffic speed survey be undertaken along with further investigations to determine what, if any, measures are required”
2019-0037-Response-by-Cumbria-County-Council2.pdf ↗· Cumbria County Council
Stated action
“Cumbria County Council is about to start work improving the junction of Bransty Row and North Shore Road, Whitehaven as part of a major development project in the town. As part of these works, it is planned to significantly enhance the gateway on New Road and this should positively impact driver behaviour in this area.”