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A90 speed limit to be raised as average cameras are removed

Average speed cameras
Average speed cameras

Two sets of cameras enforcing reduced 50mph speed limits on the busy A90 dual carriagway will be switched off next week.

The temporary cameras were installed at Stonehaven and Charleston last year to help protect workers building the AWPR and its link roads.

But with the work now nearing completion, the contractor has decided the safety measures and lowered speed limit are no longer needed.

The cameras at Stonehaven will now be completely removed and the other set turned off with signs displayed stating they are no longer in use.

Transport Scotland has confirmed that there are no plans to switch them back on again.

The 70mph limits previously in place before the bypass construction work began will be reinstated.

A Transport Scotland spokesman said: “The temporary average speed cameras at Stonehaven and Charleston are expected to be decommissioned next week.

“This has been approved by various stakeholders including Police Scotland and provides a further sign that the AWPR works at these locations are progressing well and nearing completion.

“Safety cameras aim to reduce the number of casualties on Scotland’s roads by encouraging improved driver behaviour.

“This temporary system has helped to enhance the safety of construction workers and road users while significant roadworks were underway.”

Transport Scotland has urged motorists to take care on the stretches following the removal of the cameras because some construction work is still being carried out ahead of the AWPR’s opening later this year.

And motorists were also warned that the permanent average speed camera system on the A90 between Dundee and Stonehaven will remain.

The spokesman added: “Works will still be taking place on and adjacent to the A90 but these will be carried out during periods when the road is expected to be quieter.

“Road users should continue to observe all signage and drive with more caution than usual until all works are complete.”

A North Safety Camera Unit spokesman said: “The North Safety Camera Unit would like to thank road users for their cooperation and high level of compliance whilst these temporary average speed cameras were in place.”