The A458 Trunk Road (East of Middletown to Nant-y-Dugoed, Powys) (Temporary Speed Restrictions & No Overtaking) Order 2024
Legislation and Commencement
The A458 Trunk Road (East of Middletown to Nant-y-Dugoed, Powys) (Temporary Speed Restrictions & No Overtaking) Order 2024 came into force on January 7, 2025, and will expire on January 6, 2026.
Purpose
The Order implements temporary speed restrictions and no overtaking restrictions on a section of the A458 Trunk Road in Powys, Wales. These measures aim to improve road safety and reduce the risk of accidents in the area.
Affected Area
The Order applies to the following section of the A458 Trunk Road:
- From a point approximately 500 meters east of the junction with the B4355 road at Middletown
- To a point approximately 1,000 meters west of the junction with the A470 road at Nant-y-Dugoed
Speed Restrictions
The Order introduces the following temporary speed limits:
- 40 miles per hour (mph) from 500 meters east of the junction with the B4355 road at Middletown to the junction with the B4354 road at Newbridge-on-Wye
- 50 mph from the junction with the B4354 road at Newbridge-on-Wye to approximately 1,000 meters west of the junction with the A470 road at Nant-y-Dugoed.
No Overtaking Restrictions
In addition to the speed restrictions, the Order also prohibits overtaking throughout the affected section of the A458 Trunk Road. Drivers are not permitted to overtake any other vehicle proceeding in the same direction, except in designated overtaking areas.
Exemptions
The following vehicles are exempt from the speed restrictions and no overtaking ban:
- Emergency service vehicles
- Vehicles used for winter maintenance or road works
- Public service vehicles
Reason for Restrictions
The temporary speed restrictions and no overtaking ban have been implemented due to the following reasons:
- Narrow carriageway and limited overtaking opportunities
- High volume of traffic, particularly during peak periods
- History of accidents in the area
Penalties
Violating the speed restrictions or no overtaking ban may result in the following penalties:
- Fines
- Penalty points on driving license
- Disqualification from driving
Alternative Route
Drivers who wish to avoid the temporary speed restrictions and no overtaking ban are advised to use the following alternative route:
- From Middletown, take the A4110 road to Hay-on-Wye
- From Hay-on-Wye, take the A470 road to Nant-y-Dugoed
Conclusion
The A458 Trunk Road (East of Middletown to Nant-y-Dugoed, Powys) (Temporary Speed Restrictions & No Overtaking) Order 2024 is in place to enhance road safety and reduce accidents in the affected area. Drivers are urged to comply with the restrictions and use the alternative route if necessary.
The A458 Trunk Road (East of Middletown to Nant-y-Dugoed, Powys) (Temporary Speed Restrictions & No Overtaking) Order 2024 / Gorchymyn Cefnffordd yr A458 (Man i’r Dwyrain o Dreberfedd i Nant-y-dugoed, Powys) (Cyfyngiadau Cyflymder Dros Dro a Dim Goddiweddyd) 2024
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