Decision

The Transportation Advisory Group has decided to approve a transportation scheme to improve bus passenger reliability and reduce congestion and emissions.

Analysis

outcome: The recommendations for the transportation scheme were approved by the Cabinet.

summary: The decision at stake is the approval of a transportation scheme to improve bus passenger reliability, reduce journey times, congestion, emissions, and improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians.

topline: The Transportation Advisory Group has decided to approve a transportation scheme to improve bus passenger reliability and reduce congestion and emissions.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves balancing the needs of bus passengers, road users, local businesses, and residents.

affected_stakeholders: ["bus passengers", "road users", "cyclists", "pedestrians", "local businesses", "residents"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://democracy.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=851

Decision Maker: Transportation Advisory Group, Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: To inform Councillors of the outputs of public consultation regarding proposed measures to improve journey times on public transport through Pokesdown and Southbourne. Cabinet decision required following advertisement of Traffic Regulation Orders.

Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet approved that the scheme (as per Appendix A) is delivered as proposed. Voting: Unanimous Portfolio Holders: Climate Response, Environment and Energy  Destination, Leisure and Commercial Operations Reasons Feedback from the public consultation was fully considered. It is recommended that the scheme is delivered as proposed. The recommended scheme shall: ·               improve reliability for bus passengers ·               reduce overall journey times for all road users ·               reduce congestion and emissions ·               improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians ·               safeguard limited wait parking for local businesses whilst balancing the needs of local residents  

Date of Decision: June 18, 2025