Purpose

To report on the outcome of consultations regarding the implementation of a 20mph speed limit and traffic calming (road humps) at Brinsworth Lane, Brinsworth

That the Service Director for Planning, Regeneration and Transport exercises his delegated powers to approve, in principle, the proposals shown on drawing number 126/46/TT121-2, and authorises:

1.         That the proposed 20mph speed limit is abandoned.

2.         That the proposals shown on drawing No 126/46/TT121-2 are implemented

3.         Residents are informed of the decision.

Decision

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION

Date of Decision:

13th October, 2026

Title:

Proposed Traffic Calming Features (Road Humps) on Brinsworth Lane, Brinsworth and Outcome of Consultation on the Proposed 20mph Speed Limit

Decision Maker:

(Including Job Title)

Simon Moss, Service Director, Planning, Regeneration and Transport

Details of Specific Delegation

or

Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.

Sub Scheme of Delegation - Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment

‘The implementation of traffic management, traffic calming and area safety schemes. The implementation of any determination of the Cabinet Member and the discharge of any function of a regulatory nature and duties in relation to the Traffic Management Act 2004.’

Page 37 refers.

Decision:

That the Service Director for Planning, Regeneration and Transport exercises his delegated powers to approve, in principle, the proposals shown on Drawing No. 126/46/TT121-2 attached as Appendix 1, and authorises:

1. That the proposals shown on Drawing No. 126/46/TT121-2 are implemented.
2. That the proposed 20mph speed limit is discontinued.
3. Residents are informed of the decision.

Reasons for the Decision:

The implementation of the proposed traffic calming measures (road humps) addresses concerns regarding vehicle speeds on Brinsworth Lane and provides an effective and proportionate solution that balances road safety benefits, cost and deliverability. Following consultation and a Road Safety Audit, it was concluded that further investigation is required before any wider 20mph speed limit proposal can be progressed. The traffic calming measures therefore represent the most appropriate option currently available and best meet the objectives of the Local Neighbourhoods Road Safety Programme.

Details of alternative options considered and rejected:

Do nothing (Not recommended)

Under this option, no changes would be made to the existing traffic management arrangements. This option is not recommended, as it would fail to address the road safety concerns raised by local ward members and would not align with the objectives of the Local Neighbourhoods Road Safety programme or the funding provided through SYMCA.

Implement a 20mph speed limit on Brinsworth Lane including traffic calming measures (road humps). (Not recommended)

The Road Safety Audit raised concerns about vehicles travelling from the 20mph speed limit on Brinsworth Lane onto adjacent 30mph side roads. As the current scheme is limited to Brinsworth Lane, further investigation is required to establish existing vehicle speeds on the surrounding roads and determine whether a wider 20mph speed limit would be appropriate. Accordingly, the proposed 20mph speed limit on Brinsworth Lane is not recommended at this time.

Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision:

None

Dispensations Granted:

(If any)

None

Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision:

None

Dispensations Granted:

(If any)

None

Reports or parts of reports relevant to the decision being taken:

Proposed Traffic Calming Features (Road Humps) on Brinsworth Lane, Brinsworth and Outcome of Consultation on the Proposed 20mph Speed Limit.

Appendix 1   Drawing Number 126/46/TT121-2

Appendix 2   Initial Equality Screening Assessment

Appendix 3   Part B Equality Analysis

Appendix 4   Climate Impact Assessment CIA

I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:

Implement traffic calming (Road Humps) on Brinsworth Lane, Brinsworth, and to omit the intended 20mph speed limit, at this time, due to concerns raised about the transition from a 20mph speed limit on Brinsworth Lane to the existing 30mph speed limits on adjoining residential side roads.

I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.

Signed by the Decision Maker:

Dated:          13th October, 2026

Name:          Simon Moss                      

Job Title:     Service Director, Planning Regeneration and Transport