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Roads and Highways - Speed Limits


Service Description: Speeding traffic causes great concern to many people. Speed limits are the maximum speed at which vehicles may legally travel. They are used to keep speeds to a level which is regarded as reasonable for the road and area concerned. Many drivers exceed the limits and in doing so put pedestrians, cyclists and other drivers at risk. The enforcement of any speed limits is, of course, a matter for the Police.

Also known as:- Speed Limits

Your FAQ

Question: How does the Isle of Wight Council determine a speed limit?

Answer: Setting a speed limit must take into consideration a number of factors including the alignment of the road, the speed most motorists expect to travel along this road, the type of road and where it is located.


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