Closed petition Change the speed limit on motorways and dual carriageways
Derestrict the speed limit on UK motorways and dual carriageways. Apply a strict speed limit of 70mph for up to 2 miles on approach of exit, and post entry sections. Enforce strict action against drivers obstructing the flow of overtaking traffic on the right lanes.
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The Government should put in place thorough motoring education and testing system to support such improved UK road network, to upskill UK society to make better drivers.
Proposed changes could:
Reduce road traffic.
Promote flow of vehicles.
Increase road awareness.
Reduce pollution due to reduced build-up of motor vehicles on roads.
Reduce cost of infrastructure required for average speed monitoring.
Reduce the need for policing thus resulting in savings of public funds.
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