Major review finds Bristol 20mph zones should stay

Bristol's controversial 20mph zones are set to stay after a major review found people were largely in favour of them.

Almost 3,500 people took part in the consultation. The majority were for no change and 95% backed 20mph limits near schools.

The review was called by Bristol Mayor Marvin Rees following the scheme's introduction by his predecessor George Ferguson between 2012 and 2015.

The zones were brought in to make the roads safer for pedestrians and drivers but they haven't always been popular with drivers in the city.

The study asked whether speed limits between 20-30mph should be adjusted around the city and a small number were highlighted to change.

90 roads were analysed, eight roads have been earmarked for additional measures, including additional lineage, signs and community-led initiatives such as Community Speed Watch.

They are; Clanage Road, Charlton Road, Fortfield Road, Ladies Mile, Hallen Road, Whitefield/Brook Road, South Liberty Lane and Clifton Down

A study looking into the effectiveness of the 20mph zones by the University of the West of England found 94% of the roads surveyed had a reduction in average speeds.

The number of fatal, serious and slight injuries were also fewer than before the 20mph limit came into action.