Anger over plans to change hundreds of roads in Wales back to 30mph

The Welsh Government is poised to alter speed limits on numerous roads across Wales, with WalesOnline readers split over the changes raising questions about cost and timing

Road sign marking the start of a 20 mph speed limit zone in a residential area(Image: Ceri Breeze via Getty Images)

WalesOnline readers have expressed mixed views on the proposed changes to speed limits, with concerns raised about cost, timing, and the practical application of these rules. Whilst some readers welcomed the change, others argued that the original policy should have remained unchanged.

The Welsh Government is set to modify speed limits on a number of roads throughout Wales. From September 2023, the standard speed limit for residential and unrestricted roads in Wales was lowered to 20mph.

This decision has sparked debate, despite contributing to a reduction in road accidents and fatalities since its introduction. However, the ensuing criticism led to the release of new guidelines concerning 'exception' powers - enabling local councils to uphold a 30mph limit on certain routes.

Consequently, hundreds of Welsh roads have reverted to a 30mph limit.

In terms of the trunk road network, the powers lie with........

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