A 20mph limit was among seven road signs “removed illegally” in a Welsh village, which has led to “serious road safety concerns”.

Carmarthenshire County Council said it was becoming “increasingly concerned” after “a spate of incidents”.

The other signs cut down included a national speed limit sign and a junction ahead sign.

20mph has been the default speed limit in Wales‘s residential areas since September last year.

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Councillor Edward Thomas, the council’s cabinet member for transport, said it was a “serious act of vandalism” which presented “a significant risk to life”.

“The absence of warning signs could contribute to a road traffic collision,” he said.

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“Not only is the illegal removal of these signs dangerous and irresponsible to road users, but replacing these signs will come at a significant cost to the local authority – placing more strain on the public purse.”

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The council is asking anyone who could help with the investigation to get in touch with Dyfed-Powys Police, with officers also appealing for information.

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