MHK calls for improvements to 'quite lethal' crossing

DoI to be asked about pedestrian safety in House of Keys

Crossings on a busy road on the outskirts of Douglas need to be improved as the current set-up can be 'quite lethal'.

That's according to Douglas North MHK David Ashford, who will ask about pedestrian safety in the area at this week's sitting of the House of Keys.

He's particularly concerned about a section of Johnny Watterson's Lane, and is set to raise the issue with the Department of Infrastructure.

Mr Ashford says it can be particularly challenging for younger road users: