We are glad to see that Croydon Council has opened the consultation for the first area to move to 20mph limits on residential streets.

The Green Party has campaigned for 20mph limits and has supported their introduction in many London boroughs.

20mph limits are also supported by a wide range of experts and campaigning groups in health, transport and preventing accidents, as well as the majority of the public.

Reducing the speed limits on residential streets reduces fatal accidents and creates a much safer environment for all pedestrians and road users.

These improvements in safety also encourage more people to walk and cycle, which helps improve health and wellbeing.

We encourage all residents in the north of Croydon to respond to the consultation on Croydon Council’s website and make clear your desire for safer, healthier, 20mph residential roads.

PETER UNDERWOOD
Croydon and Sutton Green Party