Southampton Residents Seek 20mph Speed Limit Amid National Debate

Residents of Bernard Street in Southampton are advocating for a reduction in the speed limit to 20mph due to safety concerns, as traffic has increased in the area. An e-petition has been submitted to the Southampton City Council, which has already implemented several 20mph limits in the city and is currently seeking funding to extend this limit to Bernard Street. Meanwhile, in Scotland, the Conservative Party is campaigning against proposed plans by the SNP government to lower the speed limit on single carriageway roads from 60mph to 50mph, arguing that it penalizes ordinary motorists without addressing road safety issues. Similar sentiments are echoed in Wales, where a Tory MSP is pushing for a reversal of newly imposed 20mph limits, claiming they are unnecessary and have been met with significant public opposition. These developments highlight a growing trend of local campaigns against speed limit reductions across the UK, as residents and politicians voice concerns over road safety and traffic management. As consultations proceed in various regions, the debate over speed limits continues to provoke strong reactions from both residents and political figures.