Speeding
From:
Sean Beynon
Date:
2007 Mar 18 13:39 UTC
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I'd add Catherine Mead Street (particularly by the hair-pin bend where it
becomes Lombard Street) to that list. While physical traffic calming may be
appropriate in certain streets, I think we need to do more to change the
culture of drivers in residential roads. That's why I think a 20mph zone in
Southville would be a good start. The key thing is enforcement as it seems
there's little point in having a speed limit that nobody pays attention to.
Thankfully, I understand enforcement action is taking place in some cities
across the country where 20mph zones have been created.
In 30mph zones, fixed penalty notices are generally enforced by drivers caught
speeding at 35mph+. This equates to a £60 fine and three penalty points.
However, drivers need to be travelling at 50mph before a summons will be
issued. This brings with it the possibility of a fine up to £1,000 and,
potentially, disqualification. In 20mph zones, speeds of 25mph+ bring a fixed
penalty notice, while those travelling at 35mph face a summons. That, to me,
seems much more appropriate on our residential roads.