#2026/156The A68 Trunk Road (Pathhead) (20mph and 30mph Speed Limits) Order 2026
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This statutory instrument establishes new speed limits on a section of the A68 trunk road passing through Pathhead, a village in Midlothian, Scotland. The Order introduces a 20mph speed limit through the residential core of the settlement and a 30mph limit on the transitional approaches, replacing any previously applicable higher national speed limit on these stretches. The measure is part of Scotland's broader road safety strategy and reflects the Scottish Government's policy direction toward lower urban and village speed limits to reduce collision risk, injury severity, and improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists. The Order is made under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and comes into force upon commencement as specified within the instrument. Local residents, commuters, and freight vehicles using the A68 corridor between Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders will be directly affected, as the A68 is a key arterial route. Compliance will be enforced by Police Scotland, and fixed penalty provisions under standard road traffic legislation will apply.
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Key Changes
- A new 20mph speed limit is imposed on the central residential section of the A68 trunk road through Pathhead village
- A 30mph speed limit is imposed on the transitional approach sections of the A68 around Pathhead
- Previously applicable higher national speed limits (likely 60mph national default) are revoked on these specific stretches
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