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A13 (SOUTHEND ARTERIAL ROAD) Traffic

London to Shoeburyness

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A13

The A13 is a major road in the UK which is approximately fifty-seven miles long and runs from East London out to Southend-on-Sea in Essex. Historically, it has been a busy road providing access to the east of London, and has been a popular route for commuters and truck drivers alike.

The busiest time on the A13 is the morning rush hour when commuters from east London make their way into the heart of the city. Traffic can be very heavy at peak times, however off-peak traffic flows are a bit more manageable.

In recent years, there has been a push to improve safety on the A13. This has included the introduction of intelligent traffic systems, which makes use of real-time traffic data to help manage congestion. There have also been other initiatives such as improved signage, enhanced cycling lanes and the introduction of speed cameras to reduce the number of accidents.

According to the UK Department of Transports road safety report, the A13 has seen an 11% decrease in serious injury collisions in the last five years, and a 9% decrease in fatal collisions. This is a positive trend, although much more needs to be done to ensure the road remains safe for all users.


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Please remember that it is against the law to use your mobile phone, tablet or any electronic device without a hands-free kit whilst driving.If you're caught by the police using any device that can send or receive data whilst driving or riding a motorcyle you'll get an automatic fixed penalty notice, 6 points on your licence and a fine of £200.A court could also disqualify you from driving.

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