Object

Draft Bradford District Local Plan - Preferred Options (Regulation 18) February 2021

Representation ID: 5971

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: Baildon & Shipley Friends of the Earth

Representation Summary:

1.A destination of choice for leisure cyclists of all ages, and for cycling to be a popular form of transport within Baildon.
2. Due to Baildon’s ambition, environment and available opportunity, there is a unique opportunity to lead the way in transforming the role that cycling and walking can play in tackling the challenges we face. This Baildon vision and its implementation will support and provide an environment that is suitable to learn, promote, welcome and enjoy cycling.
3. Cycling could become the transport mode of choice for Baildon residents who wish to shop, commute, travel to school, take their children to school, visit local facilities, and travel to and from the station.
4.A new cycle track at Sandal First School has been mooted, and an initial list of measures and infrastructure improvements outlined.
5. This will take a while to come to fruition.