Purpose

The proposals are being pursued as part of a Section 38 agreement under the Highways Act 1980. These proposals are being funded fully by the developer and are linked to the new housing development.

The purpose of the proposed 20mph speed limit is to improve the safety of motorised and non-motorised users, mitigating against additional traffic flows and pedestrian movements from new housing development.

Consultations
Formal consultation was carried out between 29th July 2026 and 26th August 2026 which included advertising in the local press and notices being displayed on site. Divisional county councillors were consulted along with the council's usual consultees and the consultation documents posted on the council's website.

Following formal consultation No Objections were received.
 

Decision

Peter Bell, Highway Regulation Manager has taken a decision to approve the Lancashire County Council (Admarsh Drive And Milestone Drive Areas, Great Eccleston, Wyre Borough) (20mph Speed Limit) Order 202*.