PLANS to cut the speed limit and introduce traffic calming measures in Richmond have been backed by councillors.
Members of Richmondshire Area Committee have voted to introduce a 20mph zone in the town.
The plans also include gateway signs, speed bumps and road narrowing to mark the edge of the zone.
More pedestrian crossings, including a zebra crossing in Victoria Road, new parking bays in Quakers Lane and eight traffic calming speed tables will also be built.
A questionnaire sent out to residents directly affected by the proposals found that 70 per cent of those who replied were in favour of the lower speed limit.
But, the plans have been criticised by others including North Yorkshire Police and Richmond Town Council.
Concerns were also raised by Richmond Business and Tourism Association and the town's civic society about the style of the stone and metal gateways.
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