Twenty's plenty in Alderley Edge

<p>Driving more slowly can prevent injuries and save lives. Research by the UK Transport Research Laboratory has shown that every 1mph reduction in average urban speeds can result in a 6% fall in the number of casualties. It&rsquo;s also been shown that you are seven times more likely to survive if you are hit by a car driving at 20mph, than if you are hit at 30mph. If a child suddenly steps in front of a car, you are much less likely to seriously injure or kill them if you keep to a 20mph limit.&nbsp;</p><p>The streets in Alderley Edge are used by alot of pedestrians both elderly residents and children, they are narrow in parts and often have cars parked on one or more sides . The roads would be safer if speed limits were reduced to 20mph on the residential streets.</p>