Police Scotland’s North Safety Camera Unit is gearing up to enforce speed restrictions on the A941 at Longmorn, near Elgin, aiming to curb dangerous driving and improve road safety in the area.
In the coming weeks, a highly visible mobile enforcement vehicle, equipped with state-of-the-art laser technology, will be stationed at Longmorn to monitor speeds and catch offenders in real-time.
The decision to deploy these mobile safety cameras follows a concerning history of accidents on this stretch of road, with recent records showing three serious collisions and one fatality—incidents that make this route a priority for speed control.
Longmorn has also been flagged as a speeding hotspot by a recent survey that revealed 25.8% of drivers exceeded the national speed limit, underscoring the need for immediate action.
The A941 is a single carriageway where speed limits vary depending on vehicle type: cars and motorcycles must stick to a maximum of 60mph, light goods vehicles and cars towing are capped at 50mph, and heavy goods vehicles are restricted to 40mph.
Eric Dunion, Manager of the Police Scotland Safety Camera Unit, explains that Longmorn’s status as a popular route for motorcyclists and visitors makes it especially important to enforce speed limits, given the tragic frequency of accidents and the fact that many drivers may be unfamiliar with local road conditions.
Dunion emphasises that regular mobile camera deployments at Longmorn are intended to encourage safer driving habits, ensuring motorists respect the limits in place to protect all road users.
Moray Council’s Elaine Penny voiced the council’s support for the initiative, stating that collaboration with the Safety Camera Unit is essential for tackling accidents where speed is a known factor, adding that increased enforcement in the area should push drivers to adopt safer driving practices.
With mobile units set to be a regular fixture along the A941, Police Scotland and Moray Council are committed to using these measures to create a safer environment for residents, visitors, and frequent users of this scenic yet dangerous route.
