Initial statement on the revised Making Connections proposals The Cambridgeshire Sustainable Travel Alliance (CSTA) is pleased that the Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP) has continued to refine the Making Connections proposals and is glad that a revised package of measures has now been announced. We welcome the fact that the GCP has listened to the concerns raised …
PLEASE NOTE: This is a live blog, which we will update regularly as we receive new information. Please get in touch if you think there’s anything we should add. Previous road charging plans haven’t featured heavily in recent discussions about the Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP)’s Making Connections proposals, so it might come as a surprise …
The income from the road charge that would be put in place as part of Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP)’s Sustainable Travel Zone proposals would be ring-fenced for investments in sustainable travel across the region. There would therefore be a sustained source of funding for the improved walking infrastructure in the city that is sorely needed. …
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The GCP estimates that traffic in Cambridge will reduce by an expected 50% as a result of the Sustainable Travel Zone. This would make walking and cycling safer, buses more reliable and create more space for people (e.g. enabling more seating, greenery and public space)
The Greater Cambridge Partnership is consulting on proposals for a Sustainable Travel Zone in Cambridge. You can find out more and have your say on their consultation website. These are the main changes the scheme is proposing. Cheaper buses Under these plans, bus fares would be significantly reduced – a single fare within the City …
