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Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport

Reduce the national speed limit for rural roads to 30mph

Closed 397 signatures

What the petition asks

The Government should reduce the national speed limit on rural roads to 30mph, to better protect pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders and wildlife, as well as drivers themselves. It could also reduce damage to roads and cars.
60% of people killed on Britain's roads die on rural roads. Following a THINK! survey 25% of drivers admitted having a near miss on a country road whilst 40% have been surprised by an unexpected hazard. A third confessed to taking a bend too fast. These roads are more likely to be single lane with hazards such as sharp bends, foliage, horse riders and walkers with no pavement to use. A 30mph speed limit could help reduce serious injuries and deaths on country roads.

Timeline

21 Mar 2023 Petition opened for signatures
21 Sep 2023 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 397
Status Closed
Department Department for Transport
Opened 21 Mar 2023
Closed 21 Sep 2023

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.