'… the only thing that will curtail drivers’ speed is when drivers’ licences are affected, or the money in their pockets. Clearly the police cannot be on hand day and night to patrol our traffic, but cameras are definitely the best deterrent. One need look no further than Willington Street as evidence of this. Another way which could assist is for all villagers, young and old, to join a Village campaign to keep to the speed limits throughout the village. This would certainly slow traffic for at least some of the time.'

Ted Holland (Chairman Langley Parish Plan), 27.9.07

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A speed check by the Kent Police Constabulary was carried out on Tuesday morning, 18.9.07, on the A274. In Langley the A274 has a speed restriction of 40mph (build up residential area, Church, Nursery etc.) but cars and HGVs frequently drive dangerously at high speeds and break the law.

The 'Static Roadside Speedcheck' took place near the vicinity of Langley Church and involved a group of police officers (PS Nick Hayes, PC Debbie Cummings, PC Marc Pennicott and our PC Stuart Thomas).

During the 45 minute check the police issued 3 warnings and 3 speeding tickets (for speeding in excess of 50mph). One van driver was stopped driving in excess of 60mph.

Can you spare time to help ‘man’ a speed watch camera in an effort to slow down the traffic in Langley? Full training and support will be given. If you are interested please contact Catherine.