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The Irish Sun
07-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
New campervan and motorhome ban kicks in TODAY in tourist hotspot crackdown – rule-breakers risk having vehicle towed
A NEW campervan and motorhome ban has kicked in today in a tourist hotspot crackdown and rule-breakers risk having their vehicle towed away. It comes after months of complaints from residents about l 1 A new campervan and motorhome ban has kicked in today in a tourist hotspot crackdown and rule-breakers risk having their vehicle towed away Credit: STEVE ALLEN The details of the ban. Motorhomes and The council has introduced an experimental Traffic Regulation Order for Undercliff Road East in a bid to create car-only parking bays along both sides of the road. This will effectively Council members said that larger vehicles were "damaging the footways and limiting opportunities for residents and visitors to access the beachfront easily." Motorhomes The experimental order will be assessed throughout the summer period to determine its effectiveness and may be adjusted before it becomes permanent. The new arrangements The council have stated that the new arrangements include dedicated parking bays for disabled badge holders with a three-hour time limit "to ensure they can be used by all those who need them." Designated motorcycle parking bays will also be introduced and double yellow lines will be painted on junctions to The cars-only parking spaces will have no time limit, enabling longer stays for Most read in Motors To help drivers get used to the changes, parking on a section of Undercliff Road East has been temporarily restricted between June 30 and July 18, with the council warning that vehicles parked during this period may be towed away reports Alternative parking for larger vehicles will be available at Manor Terrace, Garrison Lane and Golf Road. I travelled Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way in vantastic motorhome Where overnight parking will be permitted for a maximum of three days with no return within seven days. Signage and larger bays will be introduced at these alternative locations to The improvement works resulted from a collaboration between Suffolk Highways, East Suffolk Council and Felixstowe Town Council to address safety concerns. The reason behind the ban Felixstowe's popularity among the However, residents have been urging the council to introduce parking restrictions, with some complaining that campervans were parked on the road for months at a time. The council explained Councillor Seamus Bennett explained that He said: "Dozens of very large vehicles park for days or weeks and effectively turn this stretch of seafront road into a free campsite, which it was never meant or equipped to be." Councillor Tim Wilson added: "Undercliff Road East is unsuitable for the high volume of large vehicles which visit during the summer months, and these layout changes will encourage these vehicles, including Councillor Paul West, Suffolk County Council Cabinet member for Operational Highways and Flooding said: "The campervans have been offered an alternative parking solution." He explained that the experimental order aims to find "a lasting solution for the residents of the town". pubs . And some suggested a 24-hour time limit might better balance competing needs.
Scottish Sun
07-07-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
New campervan and motorhome ban kicks in TODAY in tourist hotspot crackdown – rule-breakers risk having vehicle towed
New arrangements will also include dedicated parking bays for disabled badge holders with a three-hour time limit NOT VAN-TASTIC New campervan and motorhome ban kicks in TODAY in tourist hotspot crackdown – rule-breakers risk having vehicle towed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A NEW campervan and motorhome ban has kicked in today in a tourist hotspot crackdown and rule-breakers risk having their vehicle towed away. It comes after months of complaints from residents about larger vehicles dominating the area. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 A new campervan and motorhome ban has kicked in today in a tourist hotspot crackdown and rule-breakers risk having their vehicle towed away Credit: STEVE ALLEN The details of the ban. Motorhomes and campervans owners have been warned of a new parking ban which prevents larger vehicles from accessing popular seafront roads in East Suffolk. The council has introduced an experimental Traffic Regulation Order for Undercliff Road East in a bid to create car-only parking bays along both sides of the road. This will effectively exclude campervans and motorhomes from the stretch. Council members said that larger vehicles were "damaging the footways and limiting opportunities for residents and visitors to access the beachfront easily." The experimental order will be assessed throughout the summer period to determine its effectiveness and may be adjusted before it becomes permanent. The new arrangements The council have stated that the new arrangements include dedicated parking bays for disabled badge holders with a three-hour time limit "to ensure they can be used by all those who need them." Designated motorcycle parking bays will also be introduced and double yellow lines will be painted on junctions to improve safety and visibility. The cars-only parking spaces will have no time limit, enabling longer stays for visitors to the seaside area. To help drivers get used to the changes, parking on a section of Undercliff Road East has been temporarily restricted between June 30 and July 18, with the council warning that vehicles parked during this period may be towed away reports GB News. Alternative parking for larger vehicles will be available at Manor Terrace, Garrison Lane and Golf Road. I travelled Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way in vantastic motorhome Where overnight parking will be permitted for a maximum of three days with no return within seven days. Signage and larger bays will be introduced at these alternative locations to accommodate campervans and motorhomes. The improvement works resulted from a collaboration between Suffolk Highways, East Suffolk Council and Felixstowe Town Council to address safety concerns. The reason behind the ban Felixstowe's popularity among the camping community had grown significantly due to amenities such as free tap water and public toilets. However, residents have been urging the council to introduce parking restrictions, with some complaining that campervans were parked on the road for months at a time. The council explained that larger vehicles, parking partially on pavements, was also causing obstruction issues, especially for wheelchair users and those with pushchairs. Councillor Seamus Bennett explained that overnight camping and parking of motorhomes has become excessive in the area. He said: "Dozens of very large vehicles park for days or weeks and effectively turn this stretch of seafront road into a free campsite, which it was never meant or equipped to be." Councillor Tim Wilson added: "Undercliff Road East is unsuitable for the high volume of large vehicles which visit during the summer months, and these layout changes will encourage these vehicles, including campervans and motorhomes, to find alternative parking." Councillor Paul West, Suffolk County Council Cabinet member for Operational Highways and Flooding said: "The campervans have been offered an alternative parking solution." He explained that the experimental order aims to find "a lasting solution for the residents of the town". Campervan owners had previously highlighted their contribution to the local economy through the use of shops and pubs. And some suggested a 24-hour time limit might better balance competing needs.
BBC News
11-04-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
Disruption after busy road in Kesgrave gets temporary lights
Temporary traffic lights put up after a water valve cover was damaged have resulted in long delays on a busy Road in Kesgrave, Suffolk, connects Ipswich to east Suffolk and is the main route through the have been forming in both directions, with traffic backing up on the roundabout to Ropes is not known how long the work is expected to take. Anglian Water has been approached for comment. A spokesperson for Suffolk Highways said: "Suffolk Highways has attended the site to install temporary traffic management as a safety precaution until the service valve cover can be repaired by Anglian Water." Debbie McCallum, the Conservative county councillor for Kesgrave and Rushmere St Andrew, said she had contacted highways bosses because the town council had been receiving calls about the said: "It's annoying for all [who] travel this busy road but it needs to be solved for safety reasons."She said she hoped the work would be completed before Monday. Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
'Worrying' pothole which punctured grandmother's car left for weeks
A grandmother from Shotley says a "worrying" pothole which punctured her tyre in the early hours of the morning still requires repairs after it was first reported nearly a month ago. Pip Mellish, 61, was on her way to babysit her three grandchildren at around 6.50am on February 11 when she was travelling down the B1457 in Shotley towards the junction with Church Walk, near Ipswich. As she was driving down the dark road she felt her car hit a pothole and soon after she heard hissing coming from her passenger-side tyre. READ MORE: Drop in events to provide more information about Storm Babet grants Mrs Mellish was driving down the B1456 in the dark when the incident happened. (Image: Pip Mellish) The compliance auditor from Shotley said: "When I found somewhere safe to stop, I went to pump it up. "I then found the tyre was damaged on the rim and you could hear the air just hissing out. "The tyre was wrecked." READ MORE: 'Why were we not consulted? ' - Anger ahead of closures The 61-year-old's tyre was punctured and the rim of the wheel was also damaged. (Image: Pip Mellish) After some investigation, Mrs Mellish found that the pothole had also been reported by another driver on the same day as the incident. The portal also shows the pothole was also reported to the authorities on February 2, more than three weeks ago. READ MORE: Driver clocked at 83mph in 30mph zone prompts speeding concern Yellow lines have now been drawn round the pothole but it has not yet been repaired. (Image: Pip Mellish) A spokesman for Suffolk Highways says repairs for the pothole have now been ordered under a 10-working day order, so repairs are expected within the next week. The authority also recently repaired another pothole along the road but the one that damaged Mrs Mellish's car is still waiting for repairs. Pip Mellish is from Shotley and enjoys looking are her grandchildren and spending time with animals. (Image: Pip Mellish) The 61-year-old grandmother added: "It's bizarre that they would fix that one and not the pothole that damaged my car as well. READ MORE: Action needs to be taken' - Campaign to reduce speed limit on key route The road was recently closed to fixthis pothole, but the one that caused damage to Mrs Mellish's car remains unrepaired. (Image: Pip Mellish) "It is really worrying as you don't see it until you are on it and then it is too late. "Although the one they mended was worse, you would think they would fix both. "I am very lucky really as this could have been much worse. Pip Mellish says she hopes the pothole is repaired soon to prevent a more dangerous incident from occurring. (Image: Pip Mellish) "It was not just an inconvenience for me but also for my daughter, who was waiting for me to look after the grandkids. "Hopefully it can be fixed soon now they have put the circle around it and ordered the repairs."
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Temporary traffic lights causing delays on major route into town
Drivers are facing long delays in a major road into a west Suffolk town while temporary traffic lights are in place. The two-way signals are in place on the A143 Sicklesmere Road in Bury St Edmunds. According to the AA Traffic Map there are long delays in the area. Suffolk Highways has said the temporary lights will be in place during weekdays but a full road closure will be installed during weekends. The closure will come into effect at 8pm on Fridays and last until 5am on Mondays for eight weeks. During the week, a 30mph speed limit will be in place. For the duration of the weekend closures drivers will be diverted along the A1302, A143, A1017, A1092 and A134.
