A “video nasty” junction remains at the centre of safety fears despite warning markings being installed.
Some motorists fail to stop at the junction of the A930 and B9128 in Muirdrum and drive straight across, apparently oblivious of the Carnoustie junction in Muirdrum.
Local resident Alan Berg, who has lived in Muirdrum since 1987, has recorded many motorists on CCTV failing to stop.
The “video nasties” went viral in 2016 but realignment work — which would have cost £62,000 — was not considered “merited” by Angus Council, given the low accident record.
Mr Berg highlighted the issue in The Courier again in April and increased pressure led to the local authority taking action.
Despite the red markings going down on the north and south approaches to warn of the crossroads, Mr Berg said it is “still as dangerous as ever”.
He has also uploaded another video showing a vehicle going straight through the junction without stopping.
“The video is evidenciary proof that despite the money spent and council posturing on the issue, the junction is still as dangerous as ever,” he said.
“It is plain to see that even as a temporary measure or ‘sticking plaster’ it isn’t working.
“It would be interesting to hear the viewpoints of others with a vested interest in the saftey of the junction such as local councillors as to the quality of the finish given to this expensive and ill thought out procedure.
“I maintain what I have always advised with regards to the implementation of a stop sign as opposed to a give way sign to force drivers to stop and make the junction safer for all. As always, I defer to the council’s judgement.”
Mr Berg’s previous videos included a car driver taking a leap of faith and driving straight through the crossroads at speed.
He has also shared other videos with The Courier, including that of a red van skidding sideways to the junction in wet weather.
Mike Bristow, spokesperson for Brake, the road safety charity said: “A huge proportion of road crashes take place at junctions and so it is vital that the road markings are clear and well signed. Drivers have a responsibility to ensure they are alert to road markings and driving at appropriate speeds.”
The issue was taken up by Carnoustie Independent councillors Brian Boyd and David Cheape which prompted the red markings to be put down.
Mr Boyd said: “Although it is concerning to see this video I think it’s too early to say whether the red markings are working or not.
“I think we have to give it some time before we review things but I would urge drivers to take personal responsibility, stop breaking the law causing driving offences and take extra care at the crossroads.”
An Angus Council spokesperson said: “We are continuing to monitor this junction but it is too early to say if the new road markings are effective or not. We would urge all drivers to be alert to be road markings and drive accordingly.”
