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Should 20mph be the default speed limit in all residential areas?

Following the controversial nationwide rollout of default 20mph limits in Wales, the debate has spread across the UK. Proponents cite statistics showing significantly reduced fatality rates for pedestrians struck at 20mph versus 30mph. Opponents view it as government overreach and a revenue-generating exercise through fines, arguing it hurts the economy by slowing down delivery drivers and commuters. This issue has become a key cultural battleground between environmentalists and motoring advocacy groups.

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Response rates from 1k UK voters.

39%
Yes
61%
No
33%
Yes
53%
No
3%
Yes, it saves lives by reducing stopping distances and protecting pedestrians.
7%
No, blanket limits ignore the specific needs of different roads.
3%
Yes, slower speeds encourage walking, cycling, and reduce noise pollution.
1%
No, this is a "war on motorists" that needlessly increases journey times.

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 @BDG7XNNanswered…2mos2MO

No, it should not be a blanket limit but I agree to a 20mph speed limit on strictly residential and quieter roads, not main or country roads.

 @BD9HP58answered…2mos2MO

No, but better monitoring and speed control measures should be placed in all 30mph areas. Despite whether there it is an accident hot-spot or not. Prevention is better than cure.

 @BCS86DPanswered…2mos2MO

Make it consistent

 @BBJQT56answered…4mos4MO

Blanket limits can ignore the specific needs of different roads. Again, case by case is the way to go. And I'm sick of hearing about the "war on motorists": if a speed limit is put in lace by those with the power and knowledge to do so, it should be obeyed. Entitled motorists who "think they know better" deserve every fine they have to pay.

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