Station Road and New Dock Road, which run through densely populated residential areas between the town centre and the coast, have long been highlighted as accident hotspots.
Carmarthenshire County Council’s road safety team has confirmed that a programme of improvements will be rolled out during the current financial year. The measures include the installation of raised tables at key junctions and side road crossings, designed to slow vehicles and improve pedestrian safety.
Road safety engineer Martin Owen said the interventions aim to reduce vehicle speeds in areas of high risk, particularly near crossing points used by children and other vulnerable road users.
“By reducing speeds, these measures will enhance driver awareness and reaction times, while also encouraging active travel by creating a safer environment for walking and cycling,” he explained.
Local councillor Andre McPherson welcomed the move, saying:
“Sadly this action has come too late to prevent a string of casualties over recent years, some of which have been fatal. But hearing that improvements are now coming is very welcome, and we hope the safety programme will save lives in the future.”
The safety programme follows a number of serious incidents in recent years. In 2023, a fatal collision on Station Road prompted renewed calls for urgent improvements see our previous coverage here.
The works come as Llanelli prepares for wider transport investment, including proposals for a new multi‑modal transport hub at the town’s railway station read more here.
