The Catalan Parliament has approved a resolution proposed by the Junts party to improve road safety on the B-224 highway as it passes through the Can Bonastre neighbourhood of Piera.
Local residents have long raised concerns about the lack of pedestrian infrastructure on the B-224, a major route linking Martorell and Igualada that cuts through the heart of Can Bonastre, around five kilometres from Piera’s urban centre. Montse Ortiz, Junts MP and proponent of the resolution, highlighted that the road currently lacks dedicated traffic signage, regulated pedestrian crossings, or traffic-calming measures.
Under the approved proposal, a technical study will be commissioned to assess the necessary actions for improving both vehicle flow and pedestrian safety. The study will specifically evaluate the feasibility of installing a roundabout or secure intersection to reduce vehicle speeds, organise traffic movements, and facilitate access to and from the neighbourhood.
Residents’ Daily Safety Concerns
Ortiz emphasized that residents are forced to cross the high-traffic road daily to reach essential services such as the local pharmacy, bus stop, and shops located on either side. Temporary measures, she said, have failed to address the underlying safety issues.
“At Can Bonastre there is a road safety problem and temporary actions do not solve the root issue,”
she stated, underscoring the urgency of structural improvements.
Next Steps for Infrastructure Review
The resolution mandates that the Catalan government’s infrastructure department conduct the technical assessment and report back with actionable recommendations. The move aligns with broader regional efforts to address safety on high-risk rural and semi-urban roads.
Further details on the timeline for the study and potential implementation of safety measures will be determined by the Department of Infrastructures. Residents are encouraged to monitor updates via the official portal for the Piera Bypass and B-224 widening project.
Primary sources: infraestructures.gencat.cat, govern.cat, Generalitat de Catalunya. Reported by infoanoia.cat, Parlament de Catalunya.
