Support

Representation ID: 25248

Received: 23/03/2021

Respondent: Bradford Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber recognises the importance of strong transport connections both within the District and beyond. It supports the overall principles of Policy SP7 regarding reducing demand by locating development in accessible and sustainable locations, and where appropriate, maximising densities and supporting co-locating residential and employment development.

The Chamber is particularly supportive of the technological changes to transport both in terms of improving connectivity and also in terms of the economic opportunities for businesses within the District. The Chamber supports the need for a city centre Northern Powerhouse Rail station, and a Mass Transit System.

The Chamber also supports improvements in the public transport network and walking/cycling routes, although it has reservations about the introduction of a Clean Air Zone in the City Centre due to the potential economic impact on businesses already affected by Covid-19 and Brexit.