Twenty set to be plenty in plenty more locations

Bridport and Wimborne town centres are set to become 20mph zones.

Dorset Council’s 20mph panel group has also approved applications to reduce speed limits in Langton Matravers, Pimperne and Winfrith Newburgh.

The 20mph applications are now being assessed for funding before going through a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) public consultation where residents can give their feedback. The council is investigating an application to make Poundbury a 20mph zone. Fifehead Magdalen has paused its application to consider an alternative application for a Speed Indicator Device, and Fontmell Magna did not meet the required criteria to apply. All applicants so far have been notified of the panel group’s decisions.

Councillor Ray Bryan, portfolio holder for highways, travel and environment, said: “This initiative is in response to community concerns about road safety and healthy areas in towns and villages.

“We are committed to working with local towns and parishes to promote road safety. Limiting speeds to 20mph where people walk, live and play is one way people can benefit from streets that are healthier and safer.”