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You could get a fine and penalty points if you're caught speeding, or could even lose your licence
A limit of 30 miles per hour or 48 kilometres per hour usually applies to all traffic on all roads with street lighting
Explanations of the different terms you might see on your driving licence
Data and statistics about the vehicle speed compliance on roads in Great Britain.
Overview of the public service vehicle operator licensing system.
Local speed limits are set by the council
From 19 January 2013 driving licences changed and now look different to comply with new EU rules.
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