NATIONWIDE 20 LIMIT WILL BE A LIFE-SAVER

MSP says putting brakes on drivers will cut road deaths

- BY CHRIS MCCALL

SCOTLAND must follow Wales' example and enforce a nationwide 20mph speed limit in built-up areas, John Swinney has been told.

The Scottish Greens believe the law must be changed to ensure a consistent approach to lower speed limits.

Local authorities are responsible for introducing 20mph zones on "appropriate roads" - leading to concerns drivers face a confusing "postcode lottery".

The Greens argue the Welsh scheme has already proved its worth with around 100 fewer people killed or injured on 20 and 30mph roads.

MSP Mark Ruskell said: "Lower limits have been hugely successful in Wales and we want to see the same impact here in Scotland.

"By rolling out a 20mph default in built-up areas we can decrease road deaths and create safer streets.