Norfolk Council proposes cutting A11 speed limit near Norwich roundabout

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 06:48 · Archive

Norfolk County Council has proposed reducing the speed limit on the A11 Newmarket Road in Cringleford from 50mph to 40mph approaching Roundhouse Way roundabout on the outskirts of Norwich. The change would apply from the Newmarket Road slip road to the roundabout, with the speed also cut for 50 metres after the roundabout when travelling into Norwich before reverting to 50mph.

County Hall officers say the reduction will improve the safety of people using a toucan crossing at the location. They state that it will 'discourage harsh braking and acceleration associated with the crossing and slip road' and maintain efficient operation of the strategic road network.

Officials believe the new measures would reduce the likelihood and severity of accidents at the junction.

How it is being reported

• Measure may be enforced at roundabout on city outskirts to 'discourage harsh braking'The speed limit on the A11 Newmarket Road, approaching Roundhouse Way, in Cringleford, could be reduced.Norwich Evening News · 12 Oct, 06:00
• Measure may be enforced at roundabout on city outskirts to 'discourage harsh braking'The speed limit on the A11 Newmarket Road, approaching Roundhouse Way, in Cringleford, could be reduced.Eastern Daily Press · 12 Oct, 06:00

In this story: Norfolk County Council · Norwich · Cringleford · A11 Newmarket Road · Roundhouse Way

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