Issue - meetings

A presentation will be provided with respect to:

• Priority Six: Promoting Sustainable Transport

The Board received a presentation on performance and progress with respect to Priority Six of the Greenest Borough Strategy (GBS): Promoting Sustainable Transport.

An overview was given of the key projects being undertaken as part of this priority. These fell under six broad areas:

• Schools and Work Travel Plans
• Bus Routes
• Community Transport
• London Cycle Network +
• Greenways
• Car Clubs

There was discussion around the introduction of further 20mph zones within the Borough and the Chair noted that this was being considered by the Transport Forum at present. The only obstacle to this was enforcement; in order for 20mph zones to be introduced in all residential areas there would need to be commitment from the Police in terms of enforcement.

The Chair noted that the Mayor had recently announced that funding for the London Cycle Network would be ceased at the end of this financial year and consequently it would not be possible to meet the LAA target attached to this.

In response to a query the Board was advised that there was ongoing discussion with Transport for London (TfL) regarding bus routes and improving these to meeting people’s requirements.

RESOLVED:

That the presentation be noted.