https://www.lbc.co.uk/article/green-party-55mph-motorway-speed-limit-5HjdXKh_2

Fuel taxes would rise, whilst parking spaces would be steadily reduced and frequent driving tests mandated in accordance with the plans.

New plans from the Green Party show measures to significantly reduce motorway speed limits from 70mph down to just 55mph.

The move has sparked criticism from the Conservatives, who said Green leader Zack Polanski is waging a “war on drivers”.

Other Green Party measures proposed for motorists would see taxes on driving “increased incrementally”, whilst parking spaces would be “steadily reduced” to discourage their use.

According to reports, drivers would also be expected to re-take their driving test every five years, with driving considered “not a right, but a privilege”.

The official Green Party transport policy reads: “On major roads outside built up areas, the maximum speed limit allowed would be 55mph, to maximise the efficiency of fuel use as well as improving safety.”

They add that the speed limits on motorways and dual carriageways would be dropped by 15mph, and 20mph limits would be imposed on all built up areas.

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https://www.lbc.co.uk/article/green-party-55mph-motorway-speed-limit-5HjdXKh_2

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