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for the environment, good for the community at large.”

The Calderdale Labour Party also say that the move will increase opportunities for people to take part in activities which improve health and encourage the use of more sustainable forms of transport.

Calderdale Council’s head of planning and highways, Geoff Willerton, said: “Residents have told us how important it is to reduce speed on Calderdale’s roads.

“Our aim is to make our residential streets safe and pleasant for everyone, however they travel and wherever they live – reflecting schemes across the UK.

“We need to reduce the number and seriousness of road casualties in Calderdale, and our 20mph campaign is part of this.

“By driving at 20mph in residential areas we can bring more benefits to our commu- nity than just safer speeds.

“These include improving quality of life and encouraging more active travel like walking and cycling, which help make people healthier.

“Anyone who wishes to be involved with our 20mph marketing campaign can email 20mph@calderdale.gov.uk and we will get in touch over the next few weeks with more information.”

The scheme is due to take around three years to be rolled out and will be funded by £500,000 from Council Public Health funds and around £ 520,000 from the Local Transport Plan. + DID YOU PROPOSE IN AN UNUSUAL LOCATION? CALL NEWSDESK ON 01422 260208 halifaxcourier.co.uk @HxCourier facebook.com/halifaxcourier