Speed limits on the A46 are being reviewed following a pair of fatal crashes.

National Highways has confirmed that it is working with local police, who are investigating two fatal incidents at Hinton Cross and looking at implementing extra speed restrictions along the road.

West Worcestershire MP Harriett Baldwin is thrilled with this latest development.

She said: “I welcome this positive response from National Highways, who ultimately are responsible for this road and therefore the safety of my constituents.

“I support the consideration of speed limits, but this must come with enforcement to make sure drivers adhere to the rules.

“Anyone who uses this road knows that it is busy, and there is a long-term plan to improve the whole stretch of the A46, but until that plan is developed, road safety must be the top priority.

“I understand that National Highways is now waiting for the result of the formal police investigations, but this is something that I plan to keep a close eye on in the New Year.”

Last week Mrs Baldwin met with campaigners and has urged them to share their knowledge of the road.

The A46 poses particular concern as it forces drivers to turn onto a busy road with fast-moving traffic.

Mrs Baldwin is not alone in this campaign, she joined MPs Nigel Huddleston and Laurence Robertson in writing to National Highways to voice their concerns.