New 20mph speed restrictions for East Bristol

Roads in central and East Bristol have been proposed for Bristol’s first 20mph new speed restrictions.

Other than the main arterial roads including the M32, Easton Way, Lawrence Hill Roundabout, Newfoundland Way, Church Road and Old Market, will see lower speeds introduced.

Councillor Jon Rogers, Cabinet Member for Transport and Sustainability, said: “Our initial consultation to test opinion was very informal, but of the 310 residents, businesses and organisations who responded only four objected.

“Most comments focussed on the fact that not enough roads were included in our original proposals. Many people wrote to say why not the WHOLE of Bristol. So we have re-evaluated the proposal. What we have now are real areas where 20 is plenty and we will look at more.”