20mph zones planned for outside two Shrewsbury primary schools
Plans to impose new speed restrictions outside two Shrewsbury primary schools have been revealed.
Shropshire Council is proposing to reduce the speed limit on two roads within the vicinity of Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and The Martin Wilson Primary School.
Under the plans, 20mph zones would be imposed on two roads near the schools, in a move to "improve the safety of school children".
The changes would apply to stretches of New Park Road and Woodhall Close to cover the main school entrances.
A spokesperson for the council said: "The introduction of a 20mph speed limit on New Park Road and Woodhall Close, Shrewsbury in line with Shropshire Council’s guidance from 2023, is proposed to improve the safety of school children, residents and other road users."
A consultation for the plans is open until February 26, with documents available for viewing at Shrewsbury Library during regular opening hours.
Alternatively, copies may be requested by emailing traffic.engineering@shropshire.gov.uk, by writing to the Traffic Engineering Team, Guildhall, Frankwell, Shrewsbury, or by calling 0345 678 9077.
