Support

Representation ID: 4454

Received: 23/03/2021

Respondent: Ms Julie Townsend

I largely support the content of this policy. However, with its focus on access to work and economic opportunities and urban leisure, it overlooks the critical importance of ensuring sustainable and inclusive access to green spaces and rural areas. Bradford enjoys some wonderful green spaces, especially throughout its rural hinterland, and these spaces have become especially valued and important through the pandemic. Yet access to them is currently far from inclusive and sustainable. The St Ives estate is a case in point, which is commonly transformed at the weekends to a congested, polluted car park which non-drivers will struggle to access. This policy should acknowledge the crucial need for inclusive, sustainable, safe transport and travel connections not only between and into urban centres, but also connecting people with our green spaces.