Isle of Man minister to host 20mph speed limit plan drop-in sessions
Drop-in sessions on proposals to introduce lower speed limits on residential roads in Douglas and Onchan are set to be hosted by the infrastructure minister.The Department of Infrastructure is currently consulting on plans which would see 20mph (32km/h) limits implemented in built-up areas across the Isle of Man.Michelle Haywood MHK said gathering local knowledge and views at the sessions - to be held at the Sea Terminal on 20 and 25 June - was "a vital part" of the process.In a separate statement, and in response to some concerns being expressed about preparatory works, Haywood reassured residents "no decisions" would be made until the survey closes on 4 July.
She said the installation of posts, including in Douglas, had "led to people being concerned that the department has predetermined the outcomes of the current consultation".Haywood stressed this "was not the case" and apologised for any "confusion" caused."We are taking time to review the work that has been carried out and resolve any issues with misplaced posts," she said."We won't be installing any more posts until any issues have been dealt with."The minister said "we are very much listening to what people are telling us about the extent of the 20mph areas and which streets should or should not be included".
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Tynwald approved the DOI's plan for the scheme in May, which could see the scheme - already in place in Port St Mary - rolled out across the island.Maps outlining the details for Onchan and Douglas have since been made available in an online portal.They can be viewed at Onchan Commissioners' office, Onchan Library, Douglas City Hall, Douglas City Library and the Sea Terminal.The drop-in session on Friday will be held at the Sea Terminal in Douglas from 13:00 to 16:00 BST.The second session will be held between 15:30 and 18:00 on 25 June.Members of the public can also submit feedback via email, post and the online portal until 4 July.
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