“Speeders of Shaw beware” Liberal Democrats welcome active speed cameras after years of campaigning

Liberal Democrat councillors in Shaw have welcomed newly repaired speed cameras in Shaw and Crompton after years of campaigning for safer streets. 

Oldham Liberal Democrat Opposition Leader councillor Howard Sykes MBE said, “For years we have been fighting for cameras like the one on Milnrow Road in Shaw, to be made active again.”

“These cameras are there to do a job and it can be as serious as life or death.  So, I’m delighted that the years of work have finally paid off; and that the authorities have now listened to the people of Shaw and acted to make our roads safer.  We now need action on areas like Buckstones Road, Hillside Avenue and Crompton Way.”

Fellow Liberal Democrat councillor for Shaw, Hazel Gloster said, “Finally! Some action after years of frustration for Shaw residents.  Speeders of Shaw and Crompton beware!  I know this safety improvement will be cheered across the community.”

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