Valley has worst accident spot

NEWS

The intersections around Kemp Place in the Valley are the most dangerous in Queensland, according to statistics released today by the Minister for Main Roads, Craig Wallace.
There were seven serious accidents in the last three years in the area around Kemp Place and Ann St and 6 serious accidents 50 metres away in the area between Kemp Place and Martin Street.
With 13 serious accidents in the combined area over the last 3 years, this precinct rates as the most dangerous in Queensland.
Local Councillor David Hinchliffe (Central Ward) said responsibility for the area was wholly in the hands of the City Council.
“I’ve repeated called on council for more pedestrian fences and more safety devices in this area,” Cr Hinchliffe said.
“After repeated calls, the Deputy Mayor finally relented and lowered speed limits at night, but we still obviously need to do more.
“The council should publish the list of serious accidents on its streets on a quarterly basis so that the dangerous traffic spots are completely transparent.
“At this stage, the Deputy Mayor doesn’t even advise local councillors when there is a report of serious accident. The starting point for fixing this sort of problem is providing information to the community and to their elected representatives.”