Birmingham drivers to be hit with fines and penalty points while doing under 30mph

It follows a controversial announcement by the city council20mph is set to become the norm on most residential roads.(Image: PAUL GILLIS / Reach PLC)05:36, 30 Aug 2026Birmingham drivers are warned they will soon be more likely to be hit with fines and penalty points while travelling at lower speeds.It comes as the city council plans blanket 20mph limits on residential roads across the city, in a move which could prove controversial with residents.This means all smaller residential roads would eventually become 20mph zones in a dramatic move to slow down traffic across the city.READ MORE: I visited UK's happiest place and one of the most miserable - this is what I found‌READ MORE: West Midlands town named sixth least friendly place in whole of EnglandCouncil bosses said 20mph limits would "