Update: The new speed cameras on the M4 near Port Talbot are now live


It has been confirmed by the Welsh Government that the new speed cameras on the M4 near Port Talbot are now operational.

Additional speed cameras have recently been installed between junctions 41 and 42 of the M4 after the speed limit was changed during Jul 24th of this year.

A spokesperson for the Welsh Government said: “Tackling air quality is a priority for the Welsh Government and we are committed to building healthier communities and better environments. These cameras are aimed at reducing emissions and delivering vital improvements in air quality.”

There was a report generated last year that suggested that junction 41 on the M4 for Port Talbot could be closed in a bit to cut pollution.

However, the idea was criticised by politicians from Port Talbot and surrounding areas as they feared a repeat of the “chaos” that was caused four years ago when the junction was closed as part of a trial.

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A new report from the Welsh Government said: “The Welsh Ministers have taken the considered decision that the speed restrictions are the only measure that will achieve compliance with the NO2 limit values in this air quality zone as soon as possible, in a way that reduces exposure to NO2 as quickly as possible, and which means it is likely, not just possible, that the limit value will be complied with.”

Following on from the report, it was said that junction 41 eastbound, or eastbound and westbound on slip road closures did not achieve as great a reduction in concentrations as the junction 41 westbound on slip only road closure would as a stand-alone measure.

The redistribution of traffic could result in increased exposure overall even though it could reduce pollution levels in the Port Talbot area.

If you would prefer to be driving a low-emission vehicle, look at www.premiercommercialvehicles.co.uk.

Location: Port Talbot, UK

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