Traffic Disruptions on Slovenian Road Cause Concern
Recurring traffic stoppages on a key Slovenian national road prompted significant disruption during the first week of May. Drivers reported two consecutive days of complete road closures, with one individual stating they were “stuck for an hour.” The situation raised concerns about safety and operational procedures. Following the initial disruptions, Infrastructure Minister Alenka Bratušek dispatched inspectors to the affected site to investigate.
The relevant infrastructure inspectorate was expected to deliver a report detailing the circumstances surrounding the roadblocks. However, a brief statement released in the afternoon indicated no further clarification would be provided. Unconfirmed reports suggest irregularities were identified at the construction site near Postojna, specifically relating to the setup of traffic signals and associated equipment.
Sources indicated a potential lack of adherence to legal standards. “It is certainly up to the legislator or the operator to ensure that everything is prepared in such a way that it is in line with the law,” a source stated. The investigation is ongoing, focusing on whether the roadblocks were adequately prepared and marked.
Further updates will be provided as information becomes available from the infrastructure inspectorate.
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“It’s incredibly frustrating to hear about the repeated delays and potential safety issues on this road.”