20s Plenty for Carrbridge

Several residents and parents in Carrbridge have expressed concern over the speed of vehicles travelling through our village. The 'heart in the mouth' moment experienced by our community when a vehicle passes too close, too fast, or they see a child or vulnerable person stumble near our roads, is all to common. The fear of death or accident should not be a part of spending time in our village.

We must act now to prevent unnecessary accidents in the future. Not just this, slowing traffic down will improve the quality of life for residents who wish to spend time in the village near the street - this is particularly pertinent in the current situation, where social connection is a necessity for so many isolated people.

Add your name to this petition to help us add pressure for Highland Council to adopt a default 20mph limit in residential areas.

Some facts:

● SAFER STREETS FOR ALL, PARTICULARLY CHILDREN AND THE ELDERLY
Less risk of serious injury (20% fewer casualties), especially for vulnerable road users; less intimidation from motor vehicles for all road users and especially those walking and cycling.
● PROMOTING ACTIVE HEALTH FOR RESIDENTS
Reinforcing healthy lifestyles by encouraging walking, cycling and active travel
● ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENTS
Reduced vehicle emissions and noise due to lower speeds and traffic volumes
● BETTER COMMUNITY LIFE AND A POSITIVE IMAGE OF CARRBRIDGE
20mph enables lifestyle changes, renewed community life, sociability and the positive atmosphere we all want where we live. Carrbridge will become a more attractive, liveable place
● STRENGTHENING THE LOCAL ECONOMY
20mph aids local business as people want to shop and live in 20mph places.
● POSITIONING CARRBRIDGE AS A LEADER
The trend towards 20mph is well-established in the UK and other countries. 20mph would place Carrbridge on the map and encourage other positive investments for our village.