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Speed Limits: Wales

Commons · Question 901048 · Tabled 29 Oct 2024 · Wales Office · Official record

Answered 6 Nov 2024

Question

Asked by Andrew Rosindell

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, what assessment she has made of the economic impact of the 20mph speed limit on Welsh roads.

Answer

Answered by Jo Stevens, 6 Nov 2024

The Welsh Government has been clear that the primary objective of this policy is to save lives and reduce casualties.From April-June 2024, both collisions and casualties on 20mph and 30mph roads have fallen by almost a quarter compared to the same period ...