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I'm not sure if the pdf I'm linking to is accurate about 30 mph speed limits however I think it is: https://researchbriefings.files.parliament.uk/documents/SN01921/SN01921.pdf One key point from it:This note explains the law regarding the use of 30 mph repeater signs in urban areas.30 mph repeater signs are not permitted on restricted roads; these are roads where there are street lights not more than 200 yards apart. The rules as to the use of repeater signs on roads with other speed limits were relaxed in 2012.and further on it says:Local authorities may not use 30 mph signs in built up areas. The general rule is that motorists are supposed to be aware that they are in a 30 mph area because the street lamps are 200 yards apart and the area is built-up. The general prohibition was “the result of case law which makes it difficult to gain convictions for speeding if some restricted roads and not others have repeater signs”.While I can see there is a case for not allowing repeater signs on roads that have been 30 mph for at least say 5 years, if a speed limit on a road that previously had a higher speed limit is lowered to 30 mph, and there are no repeater signs, I think that implies that the road wasn't previously restricted, and has turned into a restricted road.Given that what we are trying to achieve is adherence to a new lower speed limit, additional repeated signs can surely only improve compliance. Yes, drivers should have seem the first sign, but wouldn't allowing repeater signs on roads that have had their speed limit reduced to 30 mph actually be a good thing? After 5 years, remove the repeater signs.

Andrew Jones ● 12d