Meanwhile where I live the state makes it illegal for the city to set a speed limit below 25 mph (40 km/h). 😭
That works very well in Wales already, and its saved dozens of lives. Also, as a driver you get to see a bit more off the town as you go through because you are travelling slowly. I'm happy with that.
Your headline isn't what the article says, it says local authorities will do that "where appropriate", i.e. not by default.
And it's a constant 30, no slowing down allowed until you're out of town. (I jest)
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