There have been more deaths on the roads in 2023 already than the whole of 2022.
Calls have been made for the roll-out of 20mph speed limits to be accelerated following a “serious spike” in deaths on Glasgow’s roads.is planning to implement a citywide 20mph mandatory limit on the majority of roads to improve safety and encourage active travel.
The Glasgow Times has previously highlighted that there have been more fatalities on city roads so far in 2023 than the whole of last year. Cllr Millar said the question “reflects the concerns this council shares around road safety in this city, particularly given the recent instances of road fatalities”.
“The assessment process is required to fully work through each particular street and all the different technical considerations which require to be taken into account,” he said.
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