Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport
Raise the UK Motorway Speed Limit to 80mph
Closed
215 signatures
What the petition asks
Raising the UK motorway speed limit to 80mph could bring the UK in line with other countries, reduce journey times, and increase efficiency for drivers. With modern cars capable of traveling safely at higher speeds, an increase in the speed limit could reflect current driving practices.
Alignment with other countries: Many countries, including France, Germany, and Italy, have speed limits of 80mph on their motorways.
By increasing the speed limit, drivers could maintain a more consistent speed, this could reduce the risk of accidents caused by sudden braking or abrupt lane changes.
Reduced carbon emissions: By reducing travel times, an increase in the speed limit could lead to fewer carbon emissions and help to tackle climate change.
By increasing the speed limit, drivers could maintain a more consistent speed, this could reduce the risk of accidents caused by sudden braking or abrupt lane changes.
Reduced carbon emissions: By reducing travel times, an increase in the speed limit could lead to fewer carbon emissions and help to tackle climate change.
Timeline
| 14 Jul 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 14 Jan 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
215
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
14 Jul 2023
Closed
14 Jan 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.