Issue - items at meetings - Pedestrian Network - Phase 1

Report of the Director of Environment (copy attached).

(1)       That the Cabinet Member notes the consultation results and instructs Officers to begin implementation of the scheme.

97.1       The Cabinet Member considered a report of the Director of Environment concerning the results of consultation on the Pedestrian Network Phase 1 proposals and implementation of the scheme (for copy see minute book).

97.2       The Cabinet Member explained that the first phase of the scheme would improve links between the city and the seafront, and that good accessibility between city centre retail, restaurants and the seafront was key to the city’s economy.

97.3       The Opposition Spokesperson welcomed the report, and in particular the improvements proposed for the Black Lion Street area. She looked forward to seeing what would be included in the second phase of the scheme.

97.4       RESOLVED - That having considered the information and the reasons set out in the report, the Cabinet Member accepted the following recommendation:

(1)       That the Cabinet Member notes the consultation results and instructs Officers to begin implementation of the scheme.