Scotland Speed Limit Review: Consultation on Proposed Cuts Concludes Scotland Speed Limit Review: Consultation on Proposed Cuts Concludes

Scotland looked at changing speed limits. A public survey sought views on this topic. It started on November 27, 2024, and closed today, March 5. They wanted public input on the planned changes.

The changes aim for safer roads. This aligns with Scotland’s road safety goals for 2030. They might lower speed limits for some vehicles but trucks over 7.5 tonnes might see increases. For example, cars and vans could see a limit of 50mph on single roads.

Transport Scotland held local meetings, and Elgin and Keith residents voiced opinions. People could share thoughts before the deadline through the official consultation website. Feedback will shape speed limit decisions.

A road safety group, the Highland Advanced Motorists, opposed the plan. They sent their view to the government, thinking it is bad for the Highlands. Their letter mentioned longer travel times and they worry about confusion for visitors.

The group believes a lower limit than the UK could cause issues and that locals might ignore the change. They want faster dual carriageway projects instead, believing dual roads are safer. They think 60mph works well now for single roads in the Highlands.

The Highland Advanced Motorists do support raising the HGV limit to 50mph, they see this as a sensible safety measure.

Scotland looked at changing speed limits. A public survey sought views on this topic. It started on November 27, 2024, and closed today, March 5. They wanted public input on the planned changes.

The changes aim for safer roads. This aligns with Scotland’s road safety goals for 2030. They might lower speed limits for some vehicles but trucks over 7.5 tonnes might see increases. For example, cars and vans could see a limit of 50mph on single roads.

Transport Scotland held local meetings, and Elgin and Keith residents voiced opinions. People could share thoughts before the deadline through the official consultation website. Feedback will shape speed limit decisions.

A road safety group, the Highland Advanced Motorists, opposed the plan. They sent their view to the government, thinking it is bad for the Highlands. Their letter mentioned longer travel times and they worry about confusion for visitors.

The group believes a lower limit than the UK could cause issues and that locals might ignore the change. They want faster dual carriageway projects instead, believing dual roads are safer. They think 60mph works well now for single roads in the Highlands.

The Highland Advanced Motorists do support raising the HGV limit to 50mph, they see this as a sensible safety measure.