The party made changing the default speed limit on Welsh roads in built-up areas a manifesto pledge. | ITV News Wales
The Deputy Minister behind the policy, Lee Waters MS, survived a vote of no confidence which was forced by the Welsh Conservatives in response to the backlash it has received.received a series of what he has described as "vile" messages.Their investigation follows "reports of malicious communications"
sent after Wales became the first country in the UK to cut the default speed in built-up areas from 30mph to 20mph. South Wales Police said it "can confirm that it has received reports of malicious communications which are currently being investigated." Several other Senedd Members have also received threats and abuse, which the Welsh Parliament's presiding officer said had to be dealt with by Senedd staff.
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