A newly-produced map unveils the scale of deaths on local roads over the last 10 years – with accidents on the A90 in Kincardineshire alone claiming 22 lives and leaving a further 21 injured between 1999 and 2010.

The BBC’s road deaths map illustrates the extent of the carnage on roads throughout Great Britain. The map was based on police reports received by the broadcaster.

North Kincardine councillor Ian Mollison said: “It paints a depressing picture, and highlights the dangers of driving across the country. Men, women, teenagers and youngsters have been victims of accidents on the dual carriageway between Laurencekirk and Portlethen.

“Every improvement on the A90, such as the Findon interchange and the Portlethen underpass, helps to save lives. 

“The South Deeside Road between Bridge of Dee and Kirkton of Durris has also claimed seven lives, with four injured, during that period.”

Councillor Mollison, who is a member of the Scottish Accident Prevention Council’s roads committee, added: “ Britain has one of the best records in the world for road casualties, but more needs to be done. Each death is one too many.”

Fellow North Kincardine Liberal Democrat councillor Paul Melling commented: “Most accidents are caused by drivers travelling too fast or not taking heed of road conditions and other drivers. People feel safe in their own world when driving a car, whether there is sunshine, rain, snow or ice outside. Being in their own personal bubble can lead to complacency.

“The more that can be done to reduce the risk the better, such as closing off unnecessary cross-over junctions on the A90 and building more deceleration lanes.”

One notorious blackspot is the Laurencekirk junction, which has a 50mph limit. However drivers are still being caught by the speed cameras.

Mearns Liberal Democrat councillor Bill Howatson said: “Laurencekirk is set for major housing expansion and that has to be accompanied by a 21st century flyover. The case for investment has been made. Now it is time to deliver.”

The details are available at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-15975564