The Bradford on Avon Town Council has unanimously greenlit a new traffic scheme aimed at improving pedestrian safety. The proposed plan, which is set to be recommended to Wiltshire Council, includes the implementation of 20mph speed limits and one-way systems.
The town council has closely collaborated with Wiltshire Council throughout the development of the scheme, emphasizing the importance of local support. Councillor Nick Holder, the cabinet member for highways at Wiltshire Council, stressed the need for an “overall level of local support” in any motion.
After extensive deliberation and considering input from the public, the town council came to a unanimous decision. Wiltshire Council will be responsible for designing an experimental traffic order, with the potential for it to become a permanent fixture. The primary focus of the scheme will be to prioritize pedestrian safety.
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The proposed plan includes the exploration of both one-way and priority shuttle systems at the top of Market Street. The town council seeks guidance from Wiltshire Council’s highway engineers to determine the most beneficial system for a trial run.
Councillor Jack Vittles, the Mayor of Bradford on Avon, expressed his delight at the unanimous vote, recognizing the longstanding traffic issues in the town and the comprehensive, consultative process that led to this initiative.
He noted, “Wiltshire Council remains responsible for the roads and pavements in Bradford on Avon, and their knowledge and expertise will be essential for the detailed design work and consultation that happens next.”
The resolution will now be forwarded to Wiltshire Council to develop and design a traffic scheme for Bradford on Avon.