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This proposal does not appear to be a practical solution. Similar schemes in other towns and cities have produced mixed results. In Wales, where a nationwide 20 mph limit was introduced, there was significant public backlash and some roads were later reviewed and reverted back to 30 mph. This suggests that a blanket approach is not always the most effective.

A common-sense approach would be to keep 20 mph limits where they already make sense, such as around schools, hospitals, and busy residential streets. In other areas, such as new housing developments, it would be more reasonable to reduce limits from 40 mph to 30 mph where appropriate, including developments like Inchgower, rather than applying 20 mph everywhere.

There is also the cost to consider. Introducing a blanket limit would require new signage, road markings, and likely enforcement measures such as cameras. This is public money that could be better spent on targeted safety improvements.

Road safety can also be improved through education in schools and proper driver training. If there are concerns around schools, installing crossings or reintroducing school crossing patrols (“lollipop persons”) would be practical solutions.

Overall, a targeted approach would be more sensible. Quite simply, don’t fix what isn’t broken.