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Farmers' plea for driver patience
Farmers are hoping to help cut road accidents in Scotland's countryside with the aid of an apologetic sticker.
NFU Scotland says some motorists become frustrated when they meet slow farm vehicles, and risk overtaking.
The new trailer sticker reads: 'Sorry for the delay. Farmgate to dinner plate - good food comes to those who wait'.
It follows recent figures from Scotland's police forces that as many as 70% of road deaths result from accidents in rural areas.
NFU Scotland hopes the apology to motorists for any delays caused by slow farm vehicles on public roads will ease their frustration and prevent accidents by reminding them they are providing food.
For the full story go to: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/north_east/6657403.stm |
