As the Welsh Government reviews its 20mph speed limit policy, the Welsh Conservatives continue to urge a shift towards a more targeted approach, emphasising the need to focus on sensitive areas and avoid unnecessarily penalising drivers. Commenting, Welsh Conservative Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Transport and Infrastructure, Peter Fox MS, said, "While we … [Read more...]
Newslines 27 September
Blazing a new trail to one of the most important global automotive markets, the INEOS Grenadier 4X4 has launched in China. The Grenadier’s arrival in China follows the successful introduction of INEOS Automotive in over 40 countries worldwide – including in Mexico last week – and sets a new benchmark for premium 4X4s in the market but French factory … [Read more...]
Concerns of more lower speed limits around the corner
A Welsh Government Minister has refused to rule out more speed limit reductions on major roads after fighting off an opposition bid to scrap the 20mph default limit beginning Sunday. After losing the vote to Labour and Plaid Cymru members in the Senedd, Welsh Conservative Shadow Transport Minister Natasha Asghar, MS said, “Labour and Plaid Cymru refused to … [Read more...]
Welsh Tories call for fuel duty cut
The Welsh Conservatives are today calling on the Chancellor to cut fuel duty in this week’s Spring Statement to help families with the cost of living amid increasing diesel and petrol prices. Wales’ Shadow Finance Minister has said cutting prices at the pump will help people keep more of their money, allowing them to save more for other essential … [Read more...]
Welsh Tories oppose M4 and A470 tolls plan
Welsh Labour Government plans for road tolls on two of the busiest arterial roads have been attacked by opposition Conservatives. Welsh Conservatives have branded the Welsh Government’s hare-brained idea of putting tolls on the M4 and A470 as “utterly ridiculous” and urged them to go back to the drawing board. The Welsh Government is exploring the idea of … [Read more...]
