Purpose

• When assessing the conditions against the current speed limit policy, a 50mph speed limit is recommended.
• Therefore, in accordance with the County Council’s Policy, it is proposed to introduce a 50mph speed limit as per the schedule in the Order.

Decision

The LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL in exercise of their powers under Sections 84 (1) and (2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, (hereinafter referred to as "the Act") and of all other enabling powers, after consultation with the Chief Officer of Police in accordance with Part III of Schedule 9 to the Act hereby make the following Order:- 1. This Order may be cited as the Lincolnshire County Council (RAF Digby, B1191) (50mph Speed Limit) Order 20 and shall come into operation on 2026. 2.No person shall drive any motor vehicle at a speed exceeding 50mph on the length of road specified in the Schedule to this Order. 3. No speed limit imposed by this Order applies to vehicles falling within regulation 3 (4) of the Road Traffic Exemptions (Special Forces) (Variation and Amendment) Regulations 2011 when used in accordance with regulation 3 (5) of those regulations.

Alternative options considered

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