windrush:
Very sad. Been in that situation myself in my fitting days changing wheels and even a spring on the hard shoulder. Regarding ‘smart’ motorways, I got onto the M1 Northbound at gate 29 and straight away the 60 mph speed restriction sign was illuminated together with an arrow to move across into the second lane and the message that a slow moving vehicle was wanting to move out of an emergency layby. It was a recovery truck towing a VW camper, everyone moved across and out he came. How does that work, does the driver notify the Highways Agency that he is ready to rejoin the M/way or do cameras pick up on it?Pete.
Hi Pete,
The Process For This Is That The Recovery Operator Involved In The Recovery Of The Vehicle From An Emergency Refuge Area Is “Supposed” To Notify The Highways Agency Using The Orange SOS Phone Located Within The ERA Of His/Her Intentions. Highways Will Then Advise The Relevant Course Of Action / Set Signals As Required.