Decision details

Alder Road, Failsworth – 20mph Speed Reduction Scheme

Decision Maker: Director of Environment

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

Oldham Borough Council is looking to promote the introduction of 20mph speed limits in residential areas and around schools throughout the Borough of Oldham. The Alder Road 20mph Zone has been identified as a priority site due to its residential nature and high traffic volumes.
The purpose of this report is to consider the implementation of a permanent 20mph speed limit on Alder Road and the surrounding residential streets.

Decision:

RESOLVED - That:
the reduced speed limits shown in the plan and schedule at the end of this report are approved.

Reasons for the decision:

No alternative options have been considered

Alternative options considered:

Not applicable

Other reasons / organisations consulted

None

Contact: Jeannette Whitney, Technical Support Admin Email: ian.whitehead@oldham.gov.uk Email: jeanette.whitney@oldham.gov.uk.

Publication date: 13/11/2025

Date of decision: 27/10/2025

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