Written question WQ83457
- Asked by
- Tom GiffardConservative
- To be answered by
- Minister for Climate Change
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 11 days
Question
What mitigating actions does the Minister require local authorities in receipt of active travel funding to take to ensure the safety of users on shared paths?
Answer
Answered by Deputy Minister for Climate Change
Schemes in receipt of active travel funding need to comply with the Active Travel Act Guidance. Sections 11.14 and 11.16 set out the considerations that need to be taken into account when planning a shared use path. The dimensions and considerations that need to be taken into account are also included in Appendix G for each specific design element. Local authorities need to consult on schemes pre-installation, and monitor post-installation to identify if any mitigation measures are required.