Have your say on the proposed Waddesdon Freight Zone
Buckinghamshire Council is proposing a ‘freight zone’ scheme to reduce HGV traffic in the Ashendon, Brill, and Chearsley areas.
If you live, work or run a business in these areas, the council wants to hear your views on the proposals.
The public consultation on restricting through traffic to vehicles over 7.5 tonnes around Waddesdon is running from now until Saturday 17 February.
As well as being able to share views online at Your Voice Bucks[1], a paper consultation form is also available at local libraries or parish council offices.
In addition, there are also two drop-in events taking place at Ashendon Village Hall on:
- Wednesday 17 January, 1pm to 8pm
- Saturday 27 January, 10am to 5pm
Steven Broadbent, Buckinghamshire Council’s Cabinet Member for Transport, said:
“We’re committed to making Buckinghamshire a more sustainable and pleasant place to live, work and visit, which is why we’ve created this freight zone proposal.
“Our aim is to significantly reduce traffic on local roads by preventing HGVs from passing through to ensure they take more appropriate routes. There would be an exception for vehicles travelling to destinations within the zone. This means deliveries and collections for local homes and businesses would be unaffected. Access would also be retained for buses, farm traffic and public service vehicles.
“If implemented, the Waddesdon Freight Zone will help to reduce the impact of HGVs on the community, and address concerns about road safety and air quality in the area.
“Please come along to one of our drop-in events and have your say about the proposals at Your Voice Bucks[2].”
The proposed boundaries for the ‘freight zone’ are north of the A418, south of the A41, east of the B4011 and west of Rabans Lane, Aylesbury.
References
- ^ Your Voice Bucks (yourvoicebucks.citizenspace.com)
- ^ Your Voice Bucks (yourvoicebucks.citizenspace.com)