A mother of three is leading calls for speed bumps to be reinstated on a busy Porthmadog street, in a bid to tackle speeding motorists.

Gwynedd Council decided to remove the former speed bumps from Madog Street several years ago following complaints that they were damaging vehicles.

But the issue has reared its head once again after some locals called for them to be brought back, citing concerns that speeding was a problem in the area.

But according to one resident who operates a childminding business from her home on Madog Street, traffic calming measures are desperately needed as a matter of urgency.

“There have been so many near misses here that I’m scared that its only a matter of time until someone’s killed,” said Jammie Margaret Roberts.

“The county council carried out some speed tests recently, but these were carried out near the junction and I don’t think they adequately reflect how fast some of the cars whizz by.

“We even had an incident where my car door was clipped by a car speeding by, leading to some quite substantial damage.

“It’s a miracle no one was badly hurt.

“Many of my neighbours have already said they want speed bumps but we can only hope that enough people respond the same way.”

As a result of such calls, all homes in the area have now been contacted by Gwynedd Council in a bid to gauge local views on a proposal that could see the speed bumps return.

Local councillor, Nia Jeffreys, conceded that there had been concerns over speeding but urged all locals to make their views known by the deadline on 12 October.

“Speeding is a problem in the area,” she said.

“It’s up to the residents who live on the street to decide if they want the speed bumps or not.

“I hope everyone who lives on Madog Street makes their views known.”

A spokesman for Gwynedd Council, said: “In response to concerns raised regarding motorists speeding along Madog Street, the council is currently seeking the views of local residents about reintroducing speed humps in this area of Porthmadog.

“Letters have been sent to local households, urging residents to have their say on the matter.

“All responses received by 12 October will then be carefully considered before a decision is taken on the best way forward.”

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