And different limits are set to suit roads and their surroundings, the amount of traffic and the numbers of pedestrians crossing. A great deal of thought goes into this and the advice of the police is crucial.
Speed limits are not set for fun. Please respect them.
None of us wants to be injured in an accident and none of us wants to injure someone else or somebody’s pet.
Well, that letter to the Police & Crime Commissioner seems to have possibly had an effect. There were speed safety checks being carried out on the Icknield Way this afternoon at a spot where the speed limit is 40 mph. And some people will be receiving penalties.
So let’s all be careful – for safety’s sake.