Speed limits of 20mph are not a pragmatic solution to the problems on the road - Yorkshire Post Letters

From: Michael Green, Baghill Green, Tingley.

I wouldn’t go as far as Jayne Dowle does in opposing all 20mph zones . There are several locations where they are, sadly, necessary. The problem is, that they have so often been introduced as a matter of dogma, in complete disregard of whether they are needed or not. Leeds started by introducing them outside school entrances ; but then, without changing their criteria, have now applied them in almost all built-up areas other than main roads.

And then let’s look at the claim that pollution is reduced. The reality is that the air pollution from vehicles slowed down, whether by speed limits or more physical measures like humps or chicanes, is actually greater than if they were allowed to proceed at a steady 30mph. At least Leeds has always recognised that there is a trade-off between increased pollution and whatever other benefits the 20 limit brings.

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