PROMPT action is needed over “serious road safety issues” in an Anglesey village, according to the island’s MP.

Albert Owen the Ynys Môn Member of Parliament met with villagers and officials concerned over road issues in Llanfachraeth on Friday.

Bob Wright, who lives on the A5025 which goes through the village, has spearheaded a campaign, and previously led a petition to introduce traffic calming and speed reducing measures.

Mr Wright says that the road is “not fit” for present day traffic, and is “extremely dangerous,” especially when HGV lorries and other larger vehicles break the speed limit and when others cut corners.

He has also voiced concerns about HGVs meeting at points where the road is too narrow for them to pass.

Mr Wright said: “The pavements are also extremely narrow in places and at times when two lorries meet, where the road narrows, it is very scary to be walking on the pavement.

“You feel like the vehicles are pushing right up against you, they are very close as they pass.

“We are calling for better, wider footpaths, a safe crossing place and a reduction in the speed limit to 20mph and speed cameras.

“Modern day average speed cameras can now be policed by internet connection and would also be cost effective.”

Mr Owen said “prompt action” was needed. “If ignored, the problems at Llanfachraeth could have serious consequences,” he said.

“Mr Wright’s concerns are real and with the help of myself, the Anglesey County Council, Road Traffic Police, we must work together and think outside the box!

“We need to look at applying for funding from organisations like the Road Safety Trust, and getting volunteers on board with practical solutions like manning speed monitoring schemes.

Mr Wright added “The idea of villagers manning speed cameras isn’t popular, but we do need speed cameras in the village.”