Metro has launched a public consultation on its draft West Yorkshire Local Transport Plan Strategy for 2011 to 2026.
Branded ‘MyJourney West Yorkshire’, the Plan is designed to support the area's transport needs and ambitions by setting out priorities for improving local road, bus, rail, walking and cycling networks.
The ‘MyJourney' vision is for a customer-focused, low-carbon transport system that supports economic activity and growth and enhances people’s quality of life, and has been drawn up with all transport users (including bus and rail passengers, car and van drivers, freight distributors, pedestrians and cyclists) in mind.
Between now and Friday 17 December, people are being invited to give their feedback on the draft Strategy and input into how it should be delivered. Participants will be asked what their main transport concerns are at the moment and what they want to see happen over the next 15 years, as well as what they think should be prioritised for funding.
“This is a chance to help shape the future of the transport system in West Yorkshire," said Councillor Chris Greaves, Metro's Chairman.
“For too long West Yorkshire and the Leeds City Region has suffered from a short term approach and lack of investment in transport infrastructure and services, compared to other parts of the country. Having a bold, long term Local Transport Plan aims to address this.
“The Government’s recent Comprehensive Spending Review and tough funding settlement means that we have to be realistic about what can be achieved in the early years of the Plan. However, we still need to plan for further investments as the economy recovers and there are more funding and resources available."
The consultation runs until 17 December 2010. In January 2011, there will be further consultation on the first three- year Implementation Plan for 2011-14, which will set out initial actions for delivering the Strategy in more detail. To find out how to get involved, visit
www.wyltp.com or contact 0113 348 1726;
ltp@wypte.gov.uk