The Aberdeenshire public have been asked to make their views known on proposals to impose 20mph speed limits on minor roads in built-up areas and town centres across the region.
The local authority has launched a consultation on the measures, as well as possible changes to pedestrian crossings, street trading, and other road-related matters.
It will run until October 2 and as well as the public, community organisations and national bodies will be encouraged to take part and offer their feedback.
A spokesman for the council said: “Our current policy on speed limits dates back to 2008, but since then a number of local authorities, including Edinburgh, have introduced widespread 20mph limits in built-up areas.
“A recent review of the Edinburgh approach found a small but statistically significant reduction in vehicle average speeds, with greater reductions where the average speeds before the introduction of the lower limits were greater than 24mph.
“The review also noted a reduction in accident rates for all levels of severity and for accidents involving pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists and also young children and the elderly.
“Aberdeenshire Council is now considering making 20mph the normal speed limit on minor roads in built-up areas and designated town centres, while retaining 30mph or 40mph limits on a strategic network of routes.
“Within the consultation, residents will be asked to highlight their preferred approach to speed limits in these urban areas.”
To take part, visit www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roadspolicyreview.
