Westmorland and Furness Council has proposed rolling out nearly 30 new 20mph zones to ‘make streets safer’.
The council is planning to invest £300,000 to lower speed limits on 28 roads during 2024-25.
The schemes would be prioritised according to a number of factors such as the level of community support, evidence of accidents and the road's proximity to schools.
‘Slower speeds create a safer and more welcoming environment, giving people the confidence to walk and cycle,’ Phil Greenup, the council's assistant director for sustainable transport and highways, told the BBC.
‘Introducing 20mph limits will take us a significant step forward in our journey towards creating roads that prioritise people over speed and pave the way for safer more enjoyable journeys for all.’
