New Attitude By New Government Removes Motorists’ Irritation

Monday, 25. October 2010

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If you ever drive into London along the M4 past Heathrow you will know only too well the frustration of sitting in a queue of traffic whilst the red bus lane is empty waiting for the odd taxi or bus to come zooming by. Of course if you dare to put a wheel into the bus lane a million cameras will provide the evidence necessary for you to receive a hefty fine. If this causes you frustration I have some good news for you because as of 24^th December the 3.5 mile bus lane stretch will revert to normal carriageway after 10 years. Transport minister, Philip Hammond, described the section of motorway as ‘Symbolic of Labour’s war on the motorist.’ The suspension of the bus lane will be trialled before reverting back briefly during the 2012 Olympics. After that the plan is to repaint the lane and revert the limit back to 70mph from 60mph. Do you regularly suffer on this stretch of motorway? If so – Happy Christmas. By Graham Hill