Mike Bristow wrote:
In article ,
Boltar wrote:
2 prime examples spring to mind - the 40mph limit on the 6 lane north circular

... this is a gray area because of the relativly high volume of
unprotected pedestrian traffic in those areas.

There are houses too. Try standing on a 50mph section. The noise is
colossal, and a real disincentive to walking there. Safety is not the
only reason to limit speed.

Colin McKenzie