Tag Archives: Speeding

Didcot Road Traffic Calming

There has been much confusion in recent weeks about the traffic calming measure which Vanderbilt Homes is obliged to build as part of its work on the Didcot Road.  The Parish Council would like to explain some of the background … Continue reading

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Support for 20mph Speed Limits

On an intiative by our County Councillor, Dr Pete Sudbury, the County Council has passed a motion to support 20mph limits in built-up areas across the county. Speaking at last week’s Parish Council meeting Dr Sudbury said: “This should mean … Continue reading

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New ‘Gates’ for Little Wittenham Road

In a move to encourage drivers to reduce speed on Little Wittenham Road, the Parish Council has installed a pair of white ‘gates’ next to the 30mph signs.  It is hoped that they will remind drivers that they are entering … Continue reading

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Speeding Signs

Several villagers have raised concerns about safety along a stretch of Little Wittenham Road and at the bend approaching the triangle in Northfield Lane where there is no path.  Some residents in Saxons Heath have also complained about the speed … Continue reading

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Children Design Speed Posters

Pupils from Long Wittenham Primary school are playing their part in the drive to cut vehicle speeds through the village.  More than seventy children took part in a painting competition to design distinctive posters urging drivers to reduce speed and … Continue reading

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