Councils across UK approve new 20mph speed limits

Various councils across the UK are implementing new 20mph speed limits to enhance road safety and promote alternative modes of transportation. In Bicester, Oxfordshire County Council is consulting on extending 20mph limits in residential areas due to safety concerns raised by local authorities, with the consultation closing in February 2025. Leicester City Council is also moving forward with plans to introduce 20mph zones in six neighborhoods, aiming to reduce accidents and improve air quality, with an estimated cost of £113,000. Similarly, Dudley Council has approved 20mph speed limits in its town center to address safety issues, particularly around schools and pedestrian visibility. In Trowse, Norfolk, a traffic regulation order is finally being applied to enforce a previously unregulated 20mph limit established in 2021. These initiatives reflect a broader commitment to creating safer and more pedestrian-friendly environments in urban areas.