Motorway limit on M1, M6 & M25 with these new cameras will be set to 79mph.
(70mph + 10% + 2mph = 79mph)
In case people haven't seen this:
http://www.motoring.co.uk/car-news/new-motorway-cameras-to-enforce-speed-limit_60967
BBC News - Speed cameras in Bristol will be switched back on
No mention of an increase in accidents / collisions since they were turned off.
Probably looking for revenue?
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My God ... They'll be standing out in the rain next !!
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