Calls for road safety improvements on a dangerous Cumbrian road

MP Tim Farron wants a roundabout on the A590

Tim Farron MP
Author: May NormanPublished 6th Jan 2024

The MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale's written to the Roads Minister calling for urgent safety improvements.

Tim Farron's concerned about the A590 near Gilpin Bridge - where a man in his 20s died in a crash on Tuesday.

He wants a roundabout to be created close to where the accident took place.

National Highways said it was carrying out a £900,000 project to improve safety on the A590 between Greenodd and Newby Bridge.

Mr Farron said the A590 was "such an important road for South Cumbria but too often we see tragic and heartbreaking accidents.

"I am determined to work with local councillors and residents to secure a roundabout at Gilpin Bridge so we can make this vital road safer for everyone."

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