Glasgow is to follow Edinburgh in introducing 20mph zones in certain areas in an attempt to reduce the number of road traffic accidents and protect vulnerable road users.
The news comes after the A77 through Maybole became the first road to have a 20mph speed limit, with the speed limit introduced due to a large number of trucks on the road. Some zones in Glasgow’s city centre will become 20mph zones with the city following Edinburgh’s lead on bringing in such a speed limit.
Protect Vulnerable Road Users
As well as reducing the number of road traffic accidents, it is hoped that such an initiative can reduce the number of individuals involved in collisions with vehicles, especially vulnerable road traffic users. A study revealed that although some, such as taxi drivers, were against the move, the average speed of traffic in the city centre was 22mph, thus the speed limit could aid the flow of traffic and not drastically change the system.
A statement from the council said: "The introduction of a 20mph zone in the city centre is a key element of the city centre transport strategy. Slower traffic speeds lead to fewer accidents.
"The introduction of a reduced speed limit will have positive benefits of slower vehicles movements, reduced numbers and severity of accidents and a less hectic environment which is more encouraging for cyclists and pedestrians.
"The plans to introduce mandatory 20mph zones in the city centre are part of phase five. If approved, it is envisaged that the new scheme could be implemented by March 2016."
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