HC Deb 08 November 1961 vol 648 c51W
Mr. Wall

asked the Minister of Transport what is the total mileage of roads under a 40 m.p.h. speed limit; and how many of these miles were previously derestricted.

Mr. Marples

There are at present in England and Wales 208 miles of roads subject to a 40 m.p.h. speed limit. Of these, 139 miles previously had no speed limit.