Views sought on 20mph speed limit in north of IOM

Residents living in the north of the Isle of Man are being asked for their views about plans to bring in 20mph (32mk/h) speed limits in some built-up areas.

It is part of a wider consultation exercise being carried out by the Department of Infrastructure across the island which could see the lower speed limit being introduced in some residential areas.

People living in Maughold and Ramsey, as well as Andreas and Kirk Michael and surrounding areas, can have their say until 1 September.

Detailed maps are available to view online, and feedback is being sought on which roads should have a 20mph limit.

In May, Tynwald approved the DoI's implementation plan for the scheme, which outlined that it would undertake increased public involvement, and how the project would be installed over the next 18 months.

Roads near schools, hospitals and care homes, along with places with an increased probability of vulnerable people, would be prioritised under the scheme, Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood has previously said.

People can leave feedback by selecting the road they wish to comment on through am online portal detailing the maps.

Views can also be sent by email to the traffic regulation order team.

Following consideration of feedback, new speed limits are set to be installed in the autumn.

Consultation with Douglas and Onchan residents closed on Friday, and implementation of new speed limits will get under way shortly.

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