Buckinghamshire Council launches public consultation on a Buckinghamshire-wide Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan
Buckinghamshire Council has launched a public consultation on its proposed Buckinghamshire Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP). This ambitious plan aims to identify priorities for enhancing and expanding cycling, walking and wheeling networks across Buckinghamshire, with the overall aim of providing increased transport choices, promoting healthier lifestyles, reducing traffic congestion, and contributing to environmental sustainability.
Buckinghamshire Council has already developed local LCWIPs for Aylesbury Garden Town, Buckingham, and High Wycombe, with each recommending ways to improve walking, cycling and wheeling infrastructure in those towns. However, there is currently no comprehensive LCWIP that covers the whole Buckinghamshire Council area.
The Buckinghamshire LCWIP aims to address this by identifying key priorities for new or improved infrastructure that will connect towns and villages, making cycling, wheeling and walking safer, more accessible, and more convenient for residents and visitors alike. Buckinghamshire Council is now seeking feedback from the public to ensure that the plan meets the needs and expectations of the community.
Key objectives of the Buckinghamshire LCWIP:
• Improving the attractiveness of walking, cycling and wheeling, with a network that links key destinations such as schools, workplaces, shops, public transport and leisure facilities.
• Giving people alternative options for travel other than by car.
• Responding to climate change and tackling emissions.
• Promoting health and wellbeing and access for all, accommodating future growth supporting local economies.
Buckinghamshire Council invites all residents, businesses, and community groups to participate in the consultation process, which will run until 13 October 2024.
The consultation, including the printable survey and address for posting it, are available via buckinghamshire.gov.uk/LCWIP
A series of in-person events will be held to discuss the LCWIP and answer questions. Details of these events can be found on the consultation webpage.
Following the consultation period, all feedback will be carefully reviewed and incorporated into the final Buckinghamshire LCWIP. The finalised plan will guide future investments and developments in walking, cycling and wheeling infrastructure across Buckinghamshire.
For further details about the LCWIP consultation or to request alternative formats of the consultation materials, please email: transportstrategy@buckinghamshire.gov.uk.
