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Wales lowers speed limit to 20 mph to cut car use and save lives (www.euronews.com)

submitted 1 year ago by Hotchpotch@beehaw.org to c/news@beehaw.org

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For more detailed information: https://www.gov.wales/introducing-20mph-speed-limits-frequently-asked-questions

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[–] ntzm@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I agree, it's a trade off. That's why reducing car usage is the most important thing. Making it less convenient to use a car, and more pleasant to walk and cycle are some of the ways you can do that.

[–] upstream@beehaw.org 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Carrot or stick?

[–] ntzm@lemmy.ml 1 points 1 year ago

Both are needed