Decision details

To approve minor amendments to strengthen the active travel implementation plan following consultation feedback, to approve adoption of the final version of the plan, and to note the feedback received and suggestions made as part of the public consultation and stakeholder engagement exercises on the draft plan.

Cabinet noted the comments made by Councillor Long, who had requested to speak in relation to the Active Travel Implementation Plan, in order to highlight concerns regarding provision designed specifically to prioritise the safety of pedestrians, particularly those with disabilities, in encouraging walking and not only cycling as an active mode of travel.  Highlighting issues relating to street clutter (including street signs, furniture and EV charging points) as well as current operation of the dockless bike scheme and contractor and lack of consultation with the Brent Connect Consultative Forums and Brent Disability Forum, Councillor Long advised she was keen to ensure the Plan was subject to ongoing scrutiny taking account of the safety and needs of pedestrians recognising their contribution towards encouraging more active forms of travel.

Having noted the comments made by Councillor Long in seeking to represent the needs and interest of pedestrians Cabinet RESOLVED:

(1)    To approve:

(a)    the minor amendments proposed to strengthen the plan following consultation feedback, as detailed within paragraph 3.4 of this report.

(b)    to adopt the final version of the Active Travel Implementation Plan incorporating the amendments under (a) above, as detailed within Appendix A of the report.

(2)    To note the feedback received and suggestions made by the public and various stakeholders as part of the recent public consultation and stakeholder engagement exercises on the draft plan, as set out in the Community Consultation Report attached as Appendix B to the report.

Eligible for call-in: Yes

Deadline for submission of call-in: 6pm on Tuesday 4 June 24