Brighton and Hove City Council is undertaking a review to investigate the effects of reducing the speed limit in some residential and built-up areas of the city to 20 mph.

They want to hear from a wide variety of residents, community groups and organisations in the city. So this is your opportunity to have your say about Hollingdean.

Just fill in the attached comments form (Word DOC) and return completed forms either by email to: elizabethlee@trustdevcom.org.uk or by post to: Liz Lee, Trust for Developing Communities, Hollingdean Community Centre, Thompson Road, Brighton BN1 7BH.  Comments need to be returned by 18 January 2010.

Speed reduction initiatives could include either creating 20 mph zones through the redesigning of roads within the city to include traffic calming measures, or reducing the default speed limit on roads to 20 mph through the use of signs only. Such initiatives are unlikely to be used on main arterial roads in and around the city, but could be used in predominately residential areas to reduce road casualties.

The panel will look at the evidence available on the effect of 20 mph speed limits and 20 mph zones on road safety, and the consequences of speed reductions on traffic movement and displacement. The panel will also investigate the environmental consequences of 20 mph speed limits on the city’s air quality, carbon emissions, and noise levels, as well as investigate the other benefits which 20 mph speed limits may bring; such as increases in public health, stronger community relations, and better walking and cycling conditions.

If you have any further queries about the consultation process, please email libby.f.young@brighton-hove.gov.uk or call 01273 290450.