20mph Zones

There are a number of obstacles to instituting 20mph zones, and there are different possible approaches to the issue.

Lower speed limits are usually requested for safety reasons, not least for children and cyclists -see more in a publication from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents. There is also an insurance perspective from Howden Insurance.

Potential obstacles include:

• County Highways unwillingness

• Police objections

• Funding

There is national guidance at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/setting-local-speed-limits/setting-local-speed-limits, but each county will have its own policy in this matter.

There will be examples of successful approaches shown here over time, but speaking to your county or unitary councillor can be a first step to understanding the local process.