More speed limits proposed by councils

English councils are going to obtain more freedom on introducing more severe measures fro speed limit.

They will have the chance to introducing a 20mph speed limit to every zone they would like to according to the Department fro Transport. They will have these measures outside schools under draft guidance.

Road Safety Minister Mike Penning said it was “vital that speed limits are suitable for local conditions. Road safety is a top priority and the guidance will help councils make evidence-based decisions to introduce local speed limits that reflect the needs of all road users”.

According to statistics, in the 20mph zones the percentage of injuries is 60 per cent less than in other zones.

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