Issue - meetings

This report presents the responses to a consultation on a proposal to introduce a 20mph speed limit at Blewbury, with the majority of the existing 30mph speed limits within the main residential area of the village being replaced. However, the existing 30mph speed limits on the A417, B4016, Bohams Road, and Woodway, as well as the existing 40mph speed limit on the B4016 Bessels Way will remain unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Highway Management AGREED to approve as advertised the 20mph speed limit at Blewbury.

The report presented the responses to a consultation on a proposal to introduce a 20mph speed limit at Blewbury, with the majority of the existing 30mph speed limits within the main residential area of the village being replaced. However, the existing 30mph speed limits on the A417, B4016, Bohams Road, and Woodway, as well as the existing 40mph speed limit on the B4016 Bessels Way would remain unchanged.

Cllr Andrew Gant invited the speaker to address the meeting and read out statements received (as per Appendix 1 of the minutes) and responded to issues and comments made.

Cllr Gant made reference to enforcement of speed limits by TVP and indicated that issues raised in respect of crossings on the main roads would need to be bought forward separately. Officers gave confirmation that discussions were ongoing with the Parish Council regarding other traffic safety measures and speed limits.

Cllr Gant expressed his support for the recommendations as the proposal would help facilitate walking and cycling within the village and the safe movement of traffic. The ongoing discussions regarding wider traffic measures in Blewbury were noted.

DECISION:

The Cabinet Member for Highway Management AGREED to approve as advertised the 20mph speed limit at Blewbury.