11 minutes agoBrussels slows car speed to 30 km/h
Periskopi(5 years ago)
(5 years ago)On January 1st, cars almost everywhere in the Belgian capital must maintain a speed limit of 30km per hour. City authorities say uniform measures at all 19 counties in Brussels will help reduce accidents and increase road safety. Only some main arteries will be excluded [...]
On January 1st, cars almost everywhere in the Belgian capital must maintain a speed limit of 30km per hour.
City authorities say uniform measures at all 19 counties in Brussels will help reduce accidents and increase road safety. Only a few main arteries will be excluded from the new border.
The view of the residents was divided: Some said it was best for cars to drive slower, especially for the safety of children.
But at least one driver told the Belgian broadcaster RTBF that while he agreed with school speed limits, it was “excess” to have him everywhere.
The chairman of the Schaebeek municipality, a municipality of Brussels that has proved the speed limit since 2018, disagrees,can broadcasts.
There are still people who do not want to understand that road safety is a very important challenge,” said mayor Cécile Jodagne.
It will have an effect not only by reducing the number of accidents, we haven't had a serious accident here for two years, but there are some quiet circles now. ”
Police raids have entered into force in all 19 city municipalities and dozens of new speed cameras will be deployed.
Most violators will receive a fine, but officials say those who repeatedly violate rules may even face car seizures.
