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London's Traffic Woes: 20mph Limits Spark Controversy

1/23/2026

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London is the slowest capital city for driving, averaging 3 minutes and 38 seconds per kilometer.
Critics argue that Sadiq Khan (Mayor of London)'s 20mph limits, now covering over half of London's roads, worsen congestion and cost drivers about 141 hours of traffic last year.
Khan defends the limits, citing safety benefits and a 34% reduction in road fatalities since 1989.
Transport for London (TfL) plans to invest £87.6 million to expand 20mph zones and improve road safety.

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London is the slowest capital city for driving, averaging 3 minutes and 38 seconds per kilometer.
Critics argue that Sadiq Khan (Mayor of London)'s 20mph limits, now covering over half of London's roads, worsen congestion and cost drivers about 141 hours of traffic last year.
Khan defends the limits, citing safety benefits and a 34% reduction in road fatalities since 1989.
Transport for London (TfL) plans to invest £87.6 million to expand 20mph zones and improve road safety.