Plans to slow cars down to 10mph to discourage motorists from driving on a key city centre route have been met with scepticism.
The proposals, currently being evaluated by Manchester City Council, form part of the new ‘investment-led’ clean air zone (CAZ).
The new CAZ seeks to improve air quality at some major city centre roads by easing traffic congestion. One of those key routes is the A34 Quay Street, from its junction with Peter Street and Deansgate down to Gartside Street.
Last week, a report revealed that one option for doing so included traffic calming measures, such as speed bumps and single lane filters, to ensure cars around Quay Street would usually drive at around 10mph. Try MEN Premium now with our amazing New Year offer...
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