Temporary 30mph in operation East and West bound on the A40
Request ID: FOI-0180-1819
Date published: 25 April 2018
You asked
Why is there still a temporary 30mph in operation East and West bound on the A40 for approximately 6 months from Target roundabout to Greenford Flyover?
Its says somthing about repairs but I have never seen any machinery or workmen and I drive this route 3 times a week in both directions.
This causes congestion and delays and causes good motorists to question the speed limit.
Has TFL just forgotten the signs are still there?
We answered
Our Ref: FOI-0180-1819
Thank you for your request received on 20 April 2018 asking for information about the temporary speed restriction on the A40.
Your request has been considered in accordance with the requirements of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act and our information access policy. I can confirm we do hold the information you require.
The speed restriction has been put into place 24 hours a day 7 days a week on the A40 between Target and Greenford for the safety of road users. A recent inspection has highlighted issues with the condition of the barrier and as such we have put a speed restriction in place to mitigate the risk in the event of a vehicular incident at the location until such time as the barrier can be replaced. I can confirm that we have not forgotten about the signs.
If this is not the information you are looking for please feel free to contact me.
Please see the attached information sheet for details of your right to appeal.
Yours sincerely
Gemma Jacob
FOI Case Officer
FOI Case Management Team
General Counsel
Transport for London
[email protected]
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