The proposed reduction of the existing National Speed Limit and the introduction of a 40mph Speed Limit on sections of the Lutterworth Southern Bypass (A4303) and Coventry Road (A4303) was necessary to support the installation of a new staggered, signalised Toucan Crossing.
This Crossing formed part of the planning conditions for the Leaders Farm development. The scheme was implemented to improve road safety for all users, particularly in light of increased pedestrian and cyclist activity expected in the area.
Separate from the proposed changes, the existing 40mph Speed Limit on Lutterworth Road (A4303) was included to correct an anomaly, with no change to its extent.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 05/12/2025
Decision due: 11 September 2025 by Director of Environment and Transport
Contact: Ann Carruthers, Director of Environment and Transport Email: Ann.Carruthers@leics.gov.uk.
Consultation process
The statutory consultation was carried for a period of three weeks between 14th August 2025 and 5th September 2025. An additional day was included due to the August bank holiday.
It was advertised in the local press and published on Leicestershire County Council’s website. All of the statutory consultees were contacted as part of the consultation process. No objections were received.
The local Member Mrs R. Page CC was in support of the scheme.