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Fife man continues road safety fight a year on from grandson’s tragic death

Mr Brown with a picture of his grandson Logan Carrie. Image: DC Thomson.
Mr Brown with a picture of his grandson Logan Carrie. Image: DC Thomson.

The grandfather of a Glenrothes boy who was killed on the A92 a year ago today has pledged to continue his campaign to improve safety on the road.

Nine-year-old Logan Carrie died after being struck by a car as he crossed the busy trunk road between the Cadham and Balfarg junctions.

The past 12 months have seen Robert Brown, the grandfather of the Pitcoudie Primary School pupil, join local efforts to have improvements made to the stretch.

A draft report prepared for Transport Scotland has recommended cutting the speed limit from 50mph to 40mph on the section, a measure Mr Brown does not feel is sufficient.

“I know what I asked for and I know what I want,” he said.

“I will be meeting with them in a fortnight as it is too much information to take in at one time.

“A speed limit change is only one part of it, but I want more than that.

“I want a crossing put in place there.”

The draft report, prepared for Transport Scotland by Bear Scotland, which manages and maintains the A92, used data gathered over two seven-day periods last year for its report.

Both surveys were conducted using video technology to monitor vehicle, cyclist and pedestrian activity.

The short stretch of road between the Cadham and Balfarg junctions was divided into 10 zones in an effort to accurately pinpoint any potential trouble spots.

It was on this section that Logan was knocked down as he attempted to cross during the evening rush hour.

As well as a speed limit reduction, the draft report suggests improving footpath links, cutting back foliage and raises the possibility of establishing a “refuge island” in the middle of the road for those trying to cross.

However, Mr Brown reiterated that he wishes to see a formal crossing established, warning transport agencies: “It is going to take a while but I am not going to go away.”