A speed indicator display sign designed to deter speeding – and known as SID – is to be re-launched by West Sussex County Council.
SID not only shows drivers how fast they are travelling as they approach it, but also displays either a smiling face for those under the speed limit or a frown if they are breaking the law.
"New grant funding means the county council is now able t
o offer the SID service for the first time since last June," said a council spokesman.
"Applications for a half-day visit by a SID and a supervisor are being invited from residents and local organisations such as parish councils."
A criteria system was used to decide whether the SID visit is free – such as areas close to a school or playground – or was charged at £50 to help off-set the cost of supervising the equipment.
Cllr Clive Roberts, the county cabinet member for roads and transport, said: "Budget pressures have meant we have not been able to offer SIDs for almost a year.
"I am delighted funding is now available because this has proved in the past to be a very popular service.
"The speed of traffic is a major concern for many of our local communities, and past experience has shown a visit from SID has helped have an influence on driver behaviour."
People can ask about the SID service by contacting Julie Finn, of the county council road safety team, on 01243 382106 or by sending an
email.
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