FIFE COUNCIL is considering cutting the speed limit on a number of narrow roads after a high number of crashes.
Residents have expressed concern about the crash record and inappropriate speed of traffic on the minor roads linking Star of Markinch with Markinch and the A92 at Balfarg.
The routes are well used by pedestrians, cyclists and those on horseback, who have all reported feeling vulnerable when cars speed past them.
A review of the speed limit the national limit of 60mph has been carried out by transport officials, who have recommended it be cut to 40mph.
Glenrothes councillors will be asked to approve the move in the new year.
In a report to members of the Glenrothes area committee, which will meet on January 7, lead transportation officer Ian Smith said the routes in question were narrow, rural roads and were of an undulating nature.
He added that Police Scotland was in favour of the proposals.
“There has been concern in the recent past from local residents over the crash record and inappropriate speed of traffic,” he said.
“The aim for speed limits should be to align the speed limit to the conditions of the road and the road environment.”
Mr Smith said drivers and motorcyclists did not have the same perception of the hazards of speed as those on foot, bicycle or horseback.
“These roads to and from Star of Markinch are part of the network of national cycle routes and as such, a reduced speed limit should improve safety for vulnerable road users, such as cyclists and pedestrians and also for vehicle occupants,” he added.
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