Small villages in the area, such as Melsonby (North Yorkshire), have been long demanding that speed bumps be introduced to their roads. The village, unique in sitting beside the A66 and A1, offers the perfect shortcut for those wishing to skip the infamously busy Scotch Corner roundabout and reach their destination slightly quicker. 

However it is due to these cars that residents have begun to look at speed bumps as a means of quelling the fast flowing traffic. As their village speed-watch, despite it’s efforts, lack the power to truly enforce and slow down those who are doing far more than 30 mph on the winding village roads. 

One member said that whilst actively on speed-watch, their use of speed-boards and signs are practically overlooked. With people only slowing down through fear of a police visit/ letter if reported. And so they agreed in arguing that speed-bumps would make a huge difference in keeping the streets much safer for all involved - forcing people to slow down and consider the speed limit. 

When speaking to locals, resident Phillip Thompson, said that ‘people drive far too fast on roads that aren’t designed for it’ in Melsonby. Likely referencing the universal issue of villages, their winding roads, thin pavements and the abundance of parked cars that line the single carriageways. 

Therefore those in Melsonby are arguing that they should take inspiration from nearby village - Skeeby, and employ speed-bumps to make the roads safer for local residents. Particularly suggesting the importance of keeping people safe, due to the vast amount of vehicles that travel through on a daily basis, and the lack of regard that they oftentimes have for the speed limit.