HSSF-15-26: Wiltshire Council Speed Limit Policy
June 10, 2026 Cabinet Member for Highways, Streetscene, and Flooding (Cabinet member) In call-in window View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Cabinet Member for Highways, Streetscene, and Flooding approved the adoption of the Wiltshire Council Speed Limit Policy 2026 on 10 June 2026. This policy ensures a consistent and transparent approach to setting speed limits across Wiltshire's highway network. The decision will come into force on 18 June 2026.
Full council record
Purpose
Toconsider the adoption of an overarching speed limit policy to ensure a consistent and transparent approach to speed limit setting across Wiltshire’s highway network.
Decision
I approve to:
Adopt the Speed Limit Policy 2026.
This decision was published on 10 June 2026 and will come into force on 18 June 2026.
Reasons for the decision
The enclosed Speed Limit Policy 2026 is to be adopted to ensure the setting of speed limits across Wiltshire is consistent, adhering to best practice and Department for Transport guidance whilst allowing input from our residents.
Alternative options considered
Options – To:
- Adopt the Speed Limit Policy 2026.
- Not to adopt the Speed Limit Policy 2026.
Supporting Documents
Details
| Reference | Call-ins0 |
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Effective from | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |