Road speed limits in the United Kingdom
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Road speed limits in the United Kingdom
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Road speed limits in the United Kingdom are used to define the maximum legal speed for vehicles using public roads in the UK. Speed limits are one of the measures available to attempt to control traffic speeds, reduce negative environmental effects of traffic, increase fuel use efficiency and satisfy local community wishes. The speed limit in each location is indicated on a nearby traffic sign or by the presence of street lighting. Signs show speed limits in miles per hour (mph) or the national
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_speed_limits_in_the_United_Kingdom
date created:
2010-04-28T18:02:17Z
date modified:
2024-08-31T12:08:22Z
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