Drivers complain new speed hump safety measure is like a 'ski jump'

A MEMBER of Cornwall Council's new cabinet has raised concerns about a new speed hump, which drivers have labelled a "ski jump", on a busy road in Truro.

- by LEE TREWHELA

The traffic-calming measure on Malpas Road is part of a Town Deal scheme intended to improve safety and provide better facilities along the Truro River, but a lot of residents say they aren't happy.

One motorist took to social media to complain about the new road furniture - a similar hump is under construction further along the road - writing: "Is anyone else absolutely ticked off with what they are doing to Malpas Road as regards the ridiculous road hump (ski jump) that has been installed recently?

"Sometimes I have to go over it six times a day which cannot be good for the suspension on my car!

"Considering they are going to put another one in this week I think users of Malpas Road need to speak up and contact [local councillor] Loic Rich to say that the height certainly needs to be reduced."