Petition · Department for Transport
Increase speed limit from 70 mph to 90 mph on motorways.
Closed
101 signatures
What the petition asks
Please increase the speed limit on motorways.
We think cars are more stable and can handle 90 mph on the motorways. We think it’s unnecessary to go at 70 mph when the roads are empty and delay the journey.
Timeline
| 4 Mar 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 4 Sep 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
101
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
4 Mar 2025
Closed
4 Sep 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 13 Aug 2026.