HELENSBURGH’S MP and MSP have both welcomed proposals to bring in a temporary one-way system on some of the town’s busiest streets.

Argyll and Bute Council says the move would make social distancing easier on parts of Sinclair Street, Clyde Street and Princes Street by giving over some road space to pedestrians.

Under the plans, one way operation would be introduced on Sinclair Street between Clyde and King Streets, and on Clyde and Princes Streets between Charlotte Street and William Street.

An online consultation on the plans runs on the local authority’s website until this Sunday, July 26, and also asks people which direction they think traffic should move on in the one-way sections.

Click here to complete the survey.

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Argyll and Bute MP Brendan O’Hara said of the proposals: “We really need to get local people and visitors back on to our streets and into our shops and businesses again.

“But that has to be done safely and in such a way that everyone understands that the Covid-19 virus is still with us and hasn’t gone away.

“That’s why it is vital that everyone wears a mask or face covering when in shops or in busy places.

“I like the plan for temporary walking and cycle routes and wider footpaths at certain pinch points in the town to enable physical distancing and I think it will be welcomed by pedestrians, shoppers and business.

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“I hope it will also give confidence to those who have yet to venture into the town centre that every effort is being made to keep them safe.”

Similar temporary measures, including making footpaths one-way and removing parking spaces, have also been mooted for other Argyll and Bute towns.

Jackie Baillie MSP also gave her approval to the plans, saying: “The plan to create a one-way system along Helensburgh’s busy streets, as well as widening the pavements, has the potential to be a very positive change for local people.

“I welcome any effort that is being made to reduce the congestion problem in the middle of Helensburgh and to ensure that it is easier for walkers and cyclists to socially distance on our pavements.

“I encourage everyone living in the area to take part in the council’s consultation so that local voices are at the centre of shaping the decisions made.”

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