20 mph Speed Limit Becomes the New Normal
Speed limits of 20 mph have become the standard in Wales and are now being adopted beyond. Scotland is pushing to implement this speed limit by the end of 2025, starting with an initiative in October.
As humans, we are not fully protected from daily dangers, but authorities are working to improve safety through new regulations, including 20 mph speed limits.
The UK Government reported a 1% increase in fatalities and a minor change in killed or seriously injured (KSI) casualties in road collisions in 2024, with 1,633 fatalities and 29,537 KSI casualties.
Authorities are doing their utmost to ensure the safety of people.
Scotland's adoption of the 20 mph speed limit in October will contribute to the goal of improving road safety by the end of 2025.
Author's summary: New 20 mph speed limits improve safety.