Jeffery Matthews
6 Sept 2017 · Coroner Kally Cheema · Cumbria
A similar concern from this report was raised again 1 time later. See the linked reports.
The coroner's concerns
1. inadequate warning signage at junction
“The current warning signage on approach to the junction from a north westerly direction is inadequate”
2. obscured crossroad visibility
“The height of the roadside hedgerows and their close proximity causes a tunnel effect obscuring any sign of the crossroads restricting visibility”
3. unimplemented safety modifications
“Modifications to the junction on approach as recommended by Capita should be re-considered to minimise the risk of incidents and death in the future”
Linked reports
Closely relatedConfidence 0.85 · high
This report
“(1) The current warning signage on approach to the junction from a north westerly direction is inadequate.”
Later report
“2) The lack of appropriately positioned signage, warning approaching drivers of the possibility of vehicles crossing the carriageway from the café.”
Responses
Jeffrey-Matthews-Response.pdf ↗· Cumbria County Council
Stated action · as soon as practicable
“The scheme to introduce the high friction surfacing, improved road marking and signage is currently out to consultation with the police, the Parish Council and the local County Councillor and subject to agreement, the measures will be introduced as soon as practicable.”