East Riding Council to switch off more streetlights after pilot scheme improves road safety
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East Riding Council to switch off more streetlights after pilot scheme improves road safety

1 hours ago · Originally published 10 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: More streetlights to be turned off on East Riding roads in major sustainability project
Following a successful pilot that saw night-time collisions drop by a third, East Riding of Yorkshire Council is expanding a project to remove streetlights in favour of improved road markings and reflective studs. The initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions and save £1.2m in public funds, providing a potential new standard for councils across the UK.
Source: Yorkshire Post East Riding Of Yorkshire
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