TD demands removal of ‘bonkers’ road markings

A SOUTHSIDE TD has called for immediate action to rectify “bonkers” new road markings on a busy route near Tallaght.

Deputy Seán Crowe (FF) described the new road markings on the Mayberry Road in the Kilnamanagh area of Tallaght as “bonkers” and warned they were creating confusion for drivers.

“The ultimate nightmare for any road user is uncertainty, confusion, and a road signage layout that doesn’t make sense, but that is what is facing drivers on the Mayberry Road,” Deputy Crowe said.

The TD said the signage had become a major talking point in the area with motorists claiming the new markings for cars and buses are too narrow and veer dangerously into a cycle lane.

He called on South Dublin County Council to review and remove the controversial markings as he said he believes they are substandard and are creating a traffic hazard to road users. 

“The new road markings for cars and cyclists have become a talking point with many expressing a real and genuine fear over the possible implications,” he said.

“It’s clear that the width of the road markings for cars and buses is way off and this is distracting to drivers. It is impossible for a large vehicle to stay within the current markings.

“I fear it will create a number of insurance problems if an accident should occur on that stretch of road.

“As someone who regularly travels along the Mayberry Road, passing the Kilnamanagh Shopping Centre and towards the Greenhills Road, the challenge on the road is obvious,” he added.

“I am amazed and somewhat surprised that someone from South Dublin County Council authorised and actually signed off on this particular road signage job.

“The current road markings are confusing for motorists and cyclists because of the narrow-gauge and must be a worry for the many bus drivers using this route.

“The road markings are so narrow that a bus or even the smallest of motor vehicles would have difficulty staying within the current markings. “I am calling on the council to remove them.”

There was no comment from South Dublin County Council at time of going to press.