RE: Speed Limit for Isle of Man?
Wednesday 28th April 2004
Speed Limit for Isle of Man?
Mountain road could be restricted to 60mph
The Isle of Main is famous amongst petrolheads around the world for its famous TT race and the fact that its mountain road doesn't have a speed limit.
Now moves are afoot to change that and to introduce a raft of new limits.
The Isle of Man Examiner reports that a 60mph limit could be imposed on the mountain road bringing it into line with UK mainland limits.
Link : Examiner
Discussion
Suppose they've seen the revenue stream and want some of it 
I.O.M. 'Safety' Camera Partnership
anyone?....
More at;
www.iomonline.co.im/ViewArticle2.aspx?SectionID=870&ArticleID=780614
NATIONAL SPEED LIMIT SET TO BE UNVEILED SOON
26 April 2004
PROPOSALS to introduce a national speed limit could be unveiled within weeks, today's Isle of Man Examiner exclusively reveals.
Moves which could lead to every road being subject to a speed limit are expected to be included in a package of measures aimed at tackling road safety due to be announced by the Department of Transport.
It is unclear if the department will call for a national speed limit or attempt to control speeds by gradually introducing limits onto all highways.
It's believed proposals under discussion include slapping a 60mph limit on the Mountain Road. The road safety measures are likely to include a crackdown on tax and insurance dodgers as well.
Suggestions of punishments for speeders being increased may also be included as well as a proposed reduction in the legal drink driving limit.
Transport chiefs refused to comment.
Edited to say, back in October they said
www.iomonline.co.im/viewarticle2.aspx?ArticleID=681910&SectionID=870&Search=speed%20limits&Searchtype=any&SearchSection=870&DateFrom=011995&DateTo=042004&Page=1&ReturnPage=Results.aspx
SPEEDERS TO FACE AUTOMATIC BANS?
27 October 2003
SPEEDING motorists could face automatic bans under proposals government is understood to be considering.
It's believed the Department of Transport is looking at cracking down on speeders by significantly increasing penalties.
The worst offenders could face bans.
The move is understood to be part of a package of proposals being put together by the DoT to improve road safety.
The department is still considering plans to reduce the drink drive level and there may also be steps to increase the age people can start driving to 17, make the driving test tougher and introducing MOTs for some vehicles.
Motorists face fines and penalty points for speeding at the moment, but its felt the penalties don't deter drivers. By introducing a sliding scale – with heavier fines, more points and bans for the most serious cases – it's hoped speeding can be tackled.
Minister John Shimmin has admitted all things are under consideration, but refused to comment on specific proposals.
Before any changes are brought in the department would need to consult with police and the courts and win approval from Tynwald.
Mr Shimmin is a self-confessed supporter of a national speed limit, but the package of DoT proposals is likely to stop short of that.
There are many critics of an all-Island limit – arguing it can't be policed, isn't effective and would damage the TT by putting off visitors – but it would be hard for those people to argue against increasing penalties for speeding as an attempt to improve road safety.
>>> Edited by cazzo on Wednesday 28th April 11:58
I.O.M. 'Safety' Camera Partnership
anyone?.... More at;
www.iomonline.co.im/ViewArticle2.aspx?SectionID=870&ArticleID=780614
NATIONAL SPEED LIMIT SET TO BE UNVEILED SOON
26 April 2004
PROPOSALS to introduce a national speed limit could be unveiled within weeks, today's Isle of Man Examiner exclusively reveals.
Moves which could lead to every road being subject to a speed limit are expected to be included in a package of measures aimed at tackling road safety due to be announced by the Department of Transport.
It is unclear if the department will call for a national speed limit or attempt to control speeds by gradually introducing limits onto all highways.
It's believed proposals under discussion include slapping a 60mph limit on the Mountain Road. The road safety measures are likely to include a crackdown on tax and insurance dodgers as well.
Suggestions of punishments for speeders being increased may also be included as well as a proposed reduction in the legal drink driving limit.
Transport chiefs refused to comment.
Edited to say, back in October they said
www.iomonline.co.im/viewarticle2.aspx?ArticleID=681910&SectionID=870&Search=speed%20limits&Searchtype=any&SearchSection=870&DateFrom=011995&DateTo=042004&Page=1&ReturnPage=Results.aspx
SPEEDERS TO FACE AUTOMATIC BANS?
27 October 2003
SPEEDING motorists could face automatic bans under proposals government is understood to be considering.
It's believed the Department of Transport is looking at cracking down on speeders by significantly increasing penalties.
The worst offenders could face bans.
The move is understood to be part of a package of proposals being put together by the DoT to improve road safety.
The department is still considering plans to reduce the drink drive level and there may also be steps to increase the age people can start driving to 17, make the driving test tougher and introducing MOTs for some vehicles.
Motorists face fines and penalty points for speeding at the moment, but its felt the penalties don't deter drivers. By introducing a sliding scale – with heavier fines, more points and bans for the most serious cases – it's hoped speeding can be tackled.
Minister John Shimmin has admitted all things are under consideration, but refused to comment on specific proposals.
Before any changes are brought in the department would need to consult with police and the courts and win approval from Tynwald.
Mr Shimmin is a self-confessed supporter of a national speed limit, but the package of DoT proposals is likely to stop short of that.
There are many critics of an all-Island limit – arguing it can't be policed, isn't effective and would damage the TT by putting off visitors – but it would be hard for those people to argue against increasing penalties for speeding as an attempt to improve road safety.
>>> Edited by cazzo on Wednesday 28th April 11:58
zumbruk said:
Well, that'll kill the car club tourist visits stone dead. Wonder how much revenue that'll lose them?
Yep. It'll be the end of the IOM as a Car Club destination. After all there are lots of destinations which offer good roads - with the risk of being nicked for speeding. Eire has roads that are occasionally closed for clubs too...
The IOM has its own government completely independent of Tony and his mates in London who set their own laws.
Know what you mean though. There have been some nasty accidents over there (here) in recent years but the majority that I recall were in places where speed limits were already in place and were ignored.
I'm sure they'd see better improvements in accident figures if they enforced the restrictions already in place in the towns etc.
Know what you mean though. There have been some nasty accidents over there (here) in recent years but the majority that I recall were in places where speed limits were already in place and were ignored.
I'm sure they'd see better improvements in accident figures if they enforced the restrictions already in place in the towns etc.
This would be a complete disaster -
Having lived there for 8 years (indeed still keep a house there) it would be a absolute shame.
I've been part of the yearly TVR and Porsche events - govt's approach and support has always been superb.
I'll certainly stop driving there and take the plane...
SAD, very sad indeed.
Having lived there for 8 years (indeed still keep a house there) it would be a absolute shame.
I've been part of the yearly TVR and Porsche events - govt's approach and support has always been superb.
I'll certainly stop driving there and take the plane...
SAD, very sad indeed.
Just heard about this from a mate-once again the motorists are paying for whoever is in charge wanting to get it's hands on extra cash. This will be a crying shame if it is enforced and will spoil many motorists' fun. Looks like another opportunity to enjoy yourself in a car without being linched by cameras or coppers will be going down the drain
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