‘Better Biking in Central’ Road Safety Campaign
The campaign material has been distributed to communities throughout Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire at locations visited by motorcyclists.
Central Scotland has some of the most stunning scenery and has been recognised as one of the most attractive locations for visiting motorcyclists in the UK. Motorcycle use of roads on the A82/A84/A85 increases significantly between April and September.
Kathleen Grant, CSSCP Communications Officer said, “Following discussions with CSP Road Policing Unit, we decided to produce localised campaign material, designed with visiting motorcyclists in mind. The leaflet features the A82, A84 and A85 and is provided to focus the motorcyclists’ attention on road safety. To complement the map and as an aid to foreign motorcyclists, better riding tips are given in English, German, Dutch and Spanish, along with information on CSSCP safety camera sites.”
Chief Inspector McMillan of CSP Road Policing said, "We welcome visitors to the area, but it is clear that the increase in traffic at this time of year results in a greater number of collisions involving motorcyclists. Whilst the causes of these collisions are varied, speed is a factor and is also a major source of complaints from local residents. The roads over which the motorcyclists are traveling carry a variety of vehicles including slow moving agricultural vehicles, caravans and large goods vehicles, and riders should be alert to this. We are committed to reducing road casualties in the area and we welcome the production of the leaflet by Central Scotland Safety Camera Partnership."
Richard Johnson, Chair of Callander Community Council said, “We are working to provide better facilities and safer roads for bikers. We want more bikers to come and enjoy the town and the roads around Callander. This leaflet is very welcome to make the biking experience even better and safer for riders.”