READERS have shared their experience of speedy drivers in reaction to news that a 20mph speed limit will be introduced to a problem area.
Residents in Broughton have finally had their prayers for the speed limit answered after long-running issues in the area. Residents have been plagued with incidents of dangerous riving and overtaking in the town-centre.
This is what The Mail readers had to say about the changes.
Matt Ryder said: “A complete joke the driving of some people – and don’t get me started on those popping exhausts.”
Tony Moon said: “Risedale Road is a 20mph limit but like a race track.”
Karen Barnes said: “Flass Lane is horrendous.”
Joe Jefferson said: “Come down Holker Street, it's like a speedtrack at times.”
Ellis Conway said: “Newton Road in Dalton is a joke.”
Ask Krank said: “What about Leece, Gleaston and Urswick? It’s like a racetrack.”
Mary on Saturday said: “Waste of time. Dalton has had a 20mph speed limit for years, most drivers totally ignore it.”
Barrow Lad said: “Again why do these people persist in the hope that will have any effect? A huge number of drivers are killers in waiting, coming in all age ranges, gender and economic background.”
Resident and county councillor for the area Matt Brereton said: “The community has long been calling for a reduction in speed limits through Broughton to 20mph, which thanks to a long-running consultation and the hard work of local campaigners is finally being introduced in just a few weeks’ time.”
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