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I've not got a problem with any speed limits especially if they show a reduction in accidents
I agree with your sentiments but as town/village limits are generally for the pedestrians benefit, why can't we just teach pedestrians to cross the road safely.
When I'm with my grandchildren I instill in to them the importance of the road being clear before they even attempt to cross the road.
Then some dumb arse changes the hierarchy in the highway code to allow pedestrians to step out in front of cars because they now have the god given right to in certain instances. I'm still telling my grandchildren "If it ain't clear, don't cross".
Incidentally, the new highway code rules have apparently increased the fatalities by 7%, so we must never assume that those who bring in changes are clever.