Did you know that plans have been drawn by ministers to lower speed limits from 60 to 50 mph on two thirds of Britain's roads? According to reports in the Telegraph and Times, it could happen as early as next year, and will probably be enforced with cameras that calculate average speeds. Drivers will still be able to reach 70 mph on motorways and dual carriageways, but 60 mph will be allowed only on a small minority of the safest A-roads. Read more... added - 13 March 2009