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South Wales Argus
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- South Wales Argus
Cwmbran: 40mph speed limit could be reduced to 20mph
Torfaen County Borough Council is proposing to change the speed limit on a section of the B4236 Caerleon Road. The revised speed limit would apply from a point 557 metres north west of its junction with Lamb Lane for a distance of 394 metres in a north westerly direction. This change is part of an amendment to the council's 2019 Traffic Regulation and Speed Limit Order. The council has consulted with the Chief Officer of Police about the proposed change. Residents are invited to view the proposed order, including maps showing the new restrictions, online at People can also submit any objections in writing, detailing the reasons for their objection. These should be sent to Torfaen County Borough Council, Resources Department, Legal Section, Civic Centre, Pontypool NP4 6YB. Alternatively, objections can also be emailed to The deadline for objections is June 11, 2025. The council has stated that the proposed order will have the effect of amending the Torfaen County Borough Council (Various Roads) (Traffic Regulation and Speed Limit) Consolidation Order 2019. The new speed limit is to be implemented as part of the revised map schedules specified in the order. The proposed changes have been made under the Local Authorities Traffic Order (Procedure) (England & Wales) Regulations 1996 and the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, along with other powers.
South Wales Argus
27-04-2025
- General
- South Wales Argus
Torfaen Council plans to change parking and traffic rules
The council has revealed plans to amend the 2019 Traffic Regulation and Speed Limit Order. This will affect several roads with changes to disabled parking spots, waiting restrictions, no loading restrictions, and school keep-clear zones. In Blaenavon, new disabled parking spots are planned for Charles Street. Greenmeadow will see changes on Barnets and Melbourne Court. Several roads in Panteg will also be adjusted, including Cambria Street, Florence Place, Springfield Road, Stafford Road, and Sycamore Road. Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood will see changes on Torfaen Terrace, while Pontypool Fawr will have adjustments on Fowler Street. Two Locks will have new disabled parking spots on Ton Road. The council also plans to change existing traffic regulation orders and introduce new ones in various areas. This includes Top Road in Abersychan and several streets in Blaenavon, namely Duke Street, Elgam Avenue, Llanover Road, Upper Hill Street, and Heritage Gardens. Croesyceiliog will see changes on Rose Gardens and The Highway. In Fairwater, Brunel Road will have new regulations, while in Greenmeadow, Bowleaze will be affected. Llantarnam Road in Llantarnam and School Close in Ponthir will also see changes. Pontnewydd will see new and amended regulations on Edlogan Way and Five Locks Close. Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood will have changes on Waunddu, and Pontypool Fawr will see adjustments on George Street and Market Street. Two Locks will have new regulations on Henllys Village Road. A statement from the council said the changes are being proposed under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, after consultation with the chief officer of police. The alterations are said to be part of the council's "consolidation order". The changes have been mapped and can be viewed online. The council is inviting residents to voice their opinions on the proposed changes. Objections can be sent in writing to Torfaen County Borough Council, Resources Department, Legal Section, Civic Centre, Pontypool NP4 6YB. Residents can also email before May 7, 2025. All objections should be submitted with reference to the specific grounds on which they are being made.
