Petition · Department for Transport
Increase the UK national speed limits
Closed
563 signatures
What the petition asks
Change restricted road speeds that are 20 zones to 30 mph
Change Single carriageway A road speeds from 60mph to 80mph
Change Dual carriageway A road and motorway speeds from 70mph to 100mph
Change Single carriageway A road speeds from 60mph to 80mph
Change Dual carriageway A road and motorway speeds from 70mph to 100mph
The National speed limit which we follow was first introduced in 1965. We think cars are becoming more advanced and better capability in terms of handling and build. We believe it is has more become safe for vehicles ranging from smaller to larger engines to drive at higher speeds without causing any complications.
Timeline
| 28 Nov 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 28 May 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
563
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
28 Nov 2024
Closed
28 May 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 3 Aug 2026.