Road Safety Fears Because 30mph Sign on Dundee Road is Invisible

Can you spot the 30 mph extension warning?
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Constituents have complained that a road traffic sign by the Broughty Ferry Yacht Club is virtually invisible. This is particularly crucial because it is the only sign which alerts drivers of the extension to the 30mph limit from that point as far as Margaret Crescent where the 40 mph speed limit begins. 

I can attest to it being difficult to read until almost standing in front of it. This readability challenge is exacerbated by the unusual shape and colouring of the sign. It is therefore easy to miss. Perhaps as a result of this some drivers seem to be driving in an aggressive manner when they encounter a driver sticking to the extended 30 mph speed limit. 

Can you read this Road Sign up close?
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One resident complained to me that as she drove to wards Dundee, a driver in a following car tailgated her and then pulled out and passed her car just as they drove past Ravenscraig narrowly missing a car coming in the opposite direction.

I have written to the head of Transportation, Neil Gellatly to ask him to replace this sign with one that is readable from a distance and commands the attention of drivers. 

Extension to 30mph on Dundee Road From Wednesday 22 January

I have been advised that from Wednesday 22 January 2014 the section of Dundee Road, between Margaret Crescent/Broughty Ferry Road junction to Ellieslea Road junction will have a reduced speed limit from 40 mph to 30 mph. 

'New 30 MPH Speed Limit In Force' signs will be erected to warn drivers about the new 30 mph section of Dundee Road.

Speed Limit on Dalhousie and Monifieth Road Reduced This Week to 30mph

Motorists driving along the main A930 lower road between Broughty Ferry and Monifieth will be faced with a reduced speed limit later this week.

The section of Dalhousie Road/Monifieth Road which is currently subject to a 40 mph limit will be brought down to 30 mph. This lower limit will mean that there is a consistent 30 mph speed limit on the main road between The Ferry and Monifieth.

Detailed analysis of traffic volumes, accidents, the current speed drivers travel at and local concerns were all taken in to account when the limits were revised. I think this will make a significant difference to the quality of life of the people who live, work and travel through these areas.

On Wednesday 6 March, the existing 40mph signs will be removed on Dalhousie Road/Monifieth Road, leaving a continuous length of road with a 30 mph limit.