A traffic ban comes into force in streets around another Dundee primary school today.
Part-time traffic restrictions are now in place for areas around Downfield Primary.
At what times will traffic be banned?
In streets where the scheme – known as Safer Streets – is in force driving will be prohibited on school days from 8.30am to 9.15am and 3pm to 3.30pm.
Which streets will be affected?
The streets around Downfield Primary which are affected are:
- Haldane Street
- Haldane Terrace
- Haldane Crescent
- Haldane Place
Who will be exempt?
Residents will be exempt from the ban along with emergency vehicles and contracted taxis for school transport.
All other vehicles will be subject to enforcement by Police Scotland.
Free permits for residents’ vehicles will be available from Dundee City Council.
Why is a traffic ban being introduced?
The initiative aims to make routes to school safer for children while encouraging active travel.
Adults who take their children to school by car will be encouraged to walk to school or park in nearby locations and walk their children the rest of the journey.
Where are traffic bans already in place?
Traffic bans are already in place in streets around the following schools in Dundee:
- Forthill Primary
- St Mary’s Primary
- Fintry Primary
- North East Campus – Longhaugh Primary and St Francis Primary
- Coldside Campus – Rosebank Primary and Our Lady’s RC Primary
Where are other traffic bans being imposed?
A traffic ban is also coming into force today at St Andrew’s RC Primary.
Next Monday a driving ban will come into force at Craigiebarns Primary.
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