Speed-calming measures urged on the Cassie Road before the 'unthinkable happens'

A growing number of residents along Buncrana’s Cassie Road are calling for urgent speed-calming measures amid what they describe as “recreational speeding” on the long, straight stretch between the General’s junction and the nearby roundabout. 

South Inishowen Councilor Jack Murray, who recently met with residents, said concerns are now widespread about traffic travelling at dangerous speeds on the road. 

The Sinn Féin Councillor has now asked Donegal County Council to introduce speed-calming measures as a matter of urgency.

While it is hoped that the Three School Campus will be built and opened along that stretch of road, and with that, a future upgrade of the road and junction, Councillor Murray believes interim action must be taken well before construction begins.

“I’d ask that, in advance of any long-term plans, the council would bring in traffic-calming measures that would work hand in glove with whatever is developed in the future.”

“Residents would prefer speed ramps, but anything that slows the traffic would help. There are a lot of cars pulling out there and plenty of pedestrians, joggers, and walkers. If people keep speeding up and down on the road, they could hit a car or a person.”

The Buncrana Councillor stressed that waiting for a serious incident is not an option. “We can’t be waiting until something very serious or unthinkable happens. That road needs to be slowed down in any shape or form.”

With a large school planned for the area, Cllr. Murray also highlighted the likelihood that hundreds of children will soon be walking along the route. “Crossing points, access areas, and safe-distance zones will have to be installed. It’s inevitable. That’s why I’m asking that action is taken now, especially while there is such strong concern in the community.”

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Cllr. Murray said he raised the issue at this month's Inishowen Municipal District meeting and intends to continue pushing for urgent measures to protect residents and future schoolchildren.