What is the MyJourney West Yorkshire plan?...
A plan for the future of transport in the region for 2011-26 (branded 'MyJourney West Yorkshire') is currently being prepared by the region’s Integrated Transport Authority (Metro), working in partnership with the five district Councils of Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, Leeds and Wakefield. It will aim to improve the quality of life of people in the region by addressing issues which effect everyone – the economy; the environment; your ability to access jobs, goods, services, people and places; and your health, safety and security.
The plan won't just focus on trains and buses, but also ‘active travel’ – (walking and cycling); roads; freight; air travel and reducing the need to travel at all) to ensure that it supports the region’s future needs and aspirations.
The MyJourney West Yorkshire campaign is inviting you to get involved in helping to shape the plan.
Why is it relevant to me?...
The plan will decide where and how investments are made in the future of the region’s transport system. It is about more than getting from A to B today – the improvements that are made could potentially have a big impact on how you live your life in the future. From improving safety and security whilst travelling, to cutting congestion and pollution, to reducing health problems and inequality, to boosting skills, jobs and business, the future of the region’s transport system is important for everyone in West Yorkshire.
How can I get involved?...
The success of the plan is down to everyone. In order to create a transport system that is fit for our futures and will help us tackle key issues, we need to understand your needs and views. Through the MyJourney campaign, the team preparing the plan will be asking local people and organisations to help shape it. Between now and early 2011, there will be various opportunities to get involved and comment on how it is progressing. Watch this space for more information...
If you are interested in getting involved in MyJourney West Yorkshire, please register your interest.
