URL: https://council.lancashire.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=29154

Decision Maker: Director of Highways and Transport

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: The purpose of this scheme is 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. The proposal includes a Pedestrian crossing to improve safety, support active travel and provide a convenient and accessible crossing points for pedestrians and cyclists. Consultations Formal consultation was carried out between 10 October-2025 until 07 November-2025 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, on behalf of Matt Townsend, Director of Highways and Transport, took the decision to approve the proposal as set out in the report.  

Date of Decision: December 17, 2025