Ayrshire’s three local authority areas are to receive more than £200,000 each – to help make the region’s roads safer.
North Ayrshire Council has been allocated £224,825.80, with South Ayrshire set to receive a boost of £218,643.42.
And East Ayrshire Council has been granted £248,253.11 in funding announced today (Thursday).
The money is part of an allocation of £10m, given to all 32 Scottish local authorities, from the Road Safety Improvement Fund.
And in a further boost to North Ayrshire, this part of the region will also receive up to £12,000 from the 20mph Speed Limit Fund.
This fund totals £4m and is designed to protect pedestrians and cyclists at key locations across Scotland through the rollout of 20mph speed limits.
The overall cash is part of a total spend of £14m announced today by the Scottish Government to assist Scotland’s 32 local authorities enhance road safety across the local road network.
The Scottish Government said that “comprehensive evaluations” will be carried out on all schemes to “measure their impact on road safety.”
Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Fiona Hyslop, said: “Road safety is a top priority for the Scottish Government, which is why we are making a record investment of £36 million this financial year toward initiatives that reduce road casualties.
“This £14 million investment underlines our commitment to supporting our road safety partners implement schemes that protect the public. I’m pleased to see all 32 of Scotland’s local authorities receive this support as we work toward our ambitious safety goals.
“The release of our 20mph Implementation Guide will help local authorities introduce lower speed limits consistently across Scotland, creating safer streets for everyone.
“Our goal of making Scotland’s roads the safest in the world by 2030 is unwavering. I am resolute in my determination to save lives and ensure a safer Scotland for all.”
Ewan Wallace, Chair of the Society of Chief Officers for Transportation in Scotland, said: “The work on reducing the level of death and serious injury across our road network is a collective task for everyone to take on.
“As the local Roads Authorities and Regional Transport Partnerships we recognise our key role in ensuring that collaboration happens and makes a real difference in our communities.
“The allocation of RSIF budget allows us to deliver physical work and provide education and training to our key people. “
To support the rollout of the new 20mph speed limits nationwide, an Implementation Guide is now available to local authorities here.