Policy

The Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolution

Publisher: 
HM Government
Publication date: 
November 2020
Abstract: 

Two centuries ago the UK led the world’s first Industrial Revolution. Powered by innovation and private investment, this transformation gave birth to many of our great cities and effectively created the modern world. Today we will mobilise the same forces to level up our country and enable our proud industrial heartlands to forge the future once again. By investing in clean technologies – wind, carbon capture, hydrogen and many others – Britain will lead the world into a new Green Industrial Revolution.

LTNs for all? Mapping the extent of London’s new Low Traffic Neighbourhoods

Publisher: 
Active Travel Academy, Possible
Publication date: 
November 2020
Abstract: 

Low traffic neighbourhoods, or LTNs, are increasingly being used in London and other cities and countries to reduce through motor traffic in residential areas, aiming also to increase local walking and cycling. This report explains what LTNs are, what they look like, potential impacts and reasons for their introduction, and limits of this intervention. It then considers LTNs in London, and how equitably they are being introduced.

Cycling for everyone: A guide for inclusive cycling in cities and towns

Publisher: 
Sustrans, Arup
Publication date: 
July 2020
Abstract: 

This guide is designed to support people in local government and the transport sector including designers, planners, engineers, and decision makers make cycling a more inclusive activity for everyone.

Whilst our recommendations are primarily focused on the UK, they are equally applicable in cities and towns across the world.

There are many successful and truly inspiring examples where cities have made cycling more inclusive. With the right political will, investment and knowledge cycling can help people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, abilities and genders.

The BPA Traffic Regulation Orders Guide

Publisher: 
British Parking Association
Publication date: 
July 2019
Abstract: 

This Guide is intended to provide an overview of the subject. The Guide is not, and could not be, exhaustive. There is not one correct way to create all TROs, and an approach which may be suitable in one circumstance would be inappropriate in another.

This Guide forms a basis of good practice and, just as importantly, will direct practitioners towards legislation, regulations and other resources that will enable them to devise their own solutions to real-world traffic management problems. Hyperlinks to these resources are provided throughout.

Congestion ahead: a faster route is now available

Publisher: 
Possible, Active Travel Academy
Publication date: 
May 2020
Abstract: 

As lockdown eases in the UK and other countries, people are starting to go back to work. However, public transport capacity and demand are likely to be severely depressed for some time. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has suggested that physical distancing means the public transport network would be reduced to 10% of its former capacity. In London, Transport for London have suggested a figure of 15%. Government has told people to avoid public transport if at all possible, suggesting they walk, cycle, or drive.

Supplementary Guidance on Low Traffic Neighbourhoods

Publisher: 
Transport for London
Publication date: 
June 2020
Abstract: 

Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) form a key part of the Streetspace for London programme. LTNs offer a cost-effective way of delivering safe and attractive streets for walking and cycling by preventing through traffic from using residential neighbourhoods to avoid main roads (often known as ‘rat running’), while retaining local access for residents and visitors. This can be achieved by various approaches to design to limit the movement of motor vehicles on certain streets and improving conditions for walking and cycling.

Strategic Neighbourhood Analysis

Publisher: 
Transpot for London
Publication date: 
June 2020

Cycle City Ambition Programme Interim Report - Extended Summary

Publisher: 
Technopolis / Sustrans
Publication date: 
June 2019
Abstract: 

Through the Cycle City Ambition (CCA) Programme, the Department for Transport provided £191 million capital funding grants to eight English cities, or groups of cities1, between 2013 and 2018.

Walking and Cycling: the Economic Benefits

Publisher: 
Transport for London
Publication date: 
July 2019
Abstract: 

This pack outlines the economic benefits of encouraging more walking and cycling in cities. It sets out the strongest evidence from London and elsewhere, grouped into six major topic areas.

It is aimed at policy makers, local communities, officers in local and national government, business networks and everyone else who is interested in how investment in walking and cycling can create more prosperous cities.

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