Current Transport Policies for the Cambridge Sub-Region Brian Smith Director of Environment & Transport
Setting the context The problem Where we are - policy framework - measures What’s in the pipeline
The problem The constraints of Cambridge Vehicle ownership/growth in use Population growth/economic buoyancy Past lack of investment
Where we are – the policy framework National policy (+ finance) Regional Transport Strategy/Structure Plan The Local Transport Plan
Local Transport Plan 5 year Plan (July 2000) Key Objectives - Making Travel Safer - Integrated and Sustainable Transport - Effective transport networks Targets and Monitoring
Where we are - measures Safety Programme Core Scheme Park & Ride/other bus developments Walking + Cycling Area Plans Travel Plans
What’s in the pipeline Infrastructure needs/past deficit : need for step change in transport investment Structure Plan and related transport investment CHUMMS Development of quality passenger transport in key corridors Prospect of rural interchanges/outer park and ride Continued managing of demand in Cambridge