One in four roadworkers has suffered mental health issues following verbal or physical abuse from the public

All operating companies are now committed to a zero tolerance approach in response to any further threats to their employees.

A recent survey of Scottish road operatives discovered:

• One in four of staff surveyed said that the abuse they have experienced at work has affected their mental health.
• Almost one in ten staff said they've been subject to physical abuse in the past year.
• One in five reported having missiles thrown at them in the past year.
• Nearly two out of three roadworkers have been verbally abused by passing motorists.

The campaign will move forward with the support of national bodies such as Safer Highways to ensure a countrywide approach to tackling this issue.

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