Wednesday, 21 May 2014

20s Plenty for Oswestry



 20mph Campaign Benefits
This list is not exhaustive
 

•   10mph speed reduction = 60% reduction of injuries severity

•   1/3rd of the country is already signed up for 20mph

•   13 million people already live in places committed to 20mph

•   20mph means fewer crashes

•   On average 20mph creates 20% fewer casualties

•   Implementation across Oswestry for less than £5 per resident

•   Traffic flow is smoother  & more efficient, cutting congestion

•   Bristol found walking & cycling increased by 20% & for every
  £1 spent implementing 20mph £24 was saved in health costs

•   Active travel increases reduces health issues

•   Increased footfall boosts local economy

•   20mph is economical saving 12% in fuel costs

•   Travel times are effected by 2 minutes or even less

•   Nnoise pollution is reduced by 40%

•   Light touch policing can enforce 20mph limits

•   Rejuvenates communities by enhancing the environment

•   80% of people support 20s Plenty where implemented

•   UK wide 73% want it for their community