URL: https://council.lancashire.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=26794

Decision Maker: Director of Highways and Transport

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: The purpose of the proposed restrictions are to support the improved amenity in Nelson Town Centre, with improved pedestrian and cycle access and linkage across Nelson. All the proposals will work together to create a safer environment for pedestrians, cyclists, and vulnerable users. It is hoped this will give confidence to encourage more users to consider commuting via non-motorised means and this will improve health and air quality for the residents of Nelson. Consultations Formal consultation was carried out between 1 November-2024 and 29 November-2024 which included advertising in the local press and notices being displayed on site. Divisional county councillors were consulted along with the council's usual consultees and the consultation documents posted on the council's website. Following formal consultation No Objections were received

Content: Peter Bell, Highway Regulation Manager, took the decision to improve the proposed restrictions of removing and introduction of a pedestrian crossing.

Date of Decision: January 16, 2025