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This question relates to the A487, which runs from the roundabout in Penparcau, past the Co-op and other shops, down to Trefechan and into Aberystwyth. The area in Penparcau which the A487 runs through is heavily residential and may have the speed re-classified to 20mph. This could make the road safer, reduce air pollution and support Active Travel and wellbeing. Petitions have been made in the past to reduce the speed of the road, there have also been questions raised by other politicians, such as Ben Lake MP (Ceredigion), Elin Jones AM (Ceredigion), Eluned Morgan AM and Joyce Watson AM. It would obviously be beneficial to the residents in the area, to local businesses, tourism could benefit, so could wildlife and it would reduce carbon and air pollution in an area with more children than any other in the county. Question from Helen Mary Jones AM Mid and West Wales WAQ79184 (e)Tabled on 03/12/2019
Will the Minister provide an update on progress of the review into speed limit reductions on the A487 in Penparcau?
Answered by Minister for Economy and Transport Answered on 05/12/2019
The Speed Limit Review work is currently ongoing and is programmed to be completed by the end of this financial year. Any works or actions arising from the review will be prioritised and subject to availability of funding.