Gridlock

Gridlock is becoming a common sight as bus fares rise and services are cut. The first Local Transport Plan (LTP) failed to reach targets, leading to a 5% cut in central government funding for 2006/7. The Council continues with its failing traffic management policies - road widening and traffic light systems - while the new LTP is preparing to remove the traffic reduction target altogether. It is difficult to promote alternatives to cars when more and more city centre car parks are built and the local rail network is neglected. This does not help solve the problems of congestion and climate change; nor does it promote regeneration or better health.

Website to oppose station barriers
Residents against Station Closure have launched a new website to campaign against the installation of barriers and the loss of access through the station.