Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
As part of the Broughton Bypass and Broughton Village Corridor schemes, and following investigations and a public consultation, a reduction of existing speed limits, a weight restriction through the village and the introduction of a Bus lane have been proposed on the roads detailed within this report. The proposals are put forward in order to reduce pollution, noise, congestion and bus journey times and improve safety.
This is deemed to be a Key Decision and the provisions of Standing Order No. 25 have been complied with.
The Cabinet approved the recommendation as set out in the report with an additional recommendation as follows:
(ii) That the speed limit through Barton will be subject to a more complete
assessment in due course, once the impact of the opening of the by-pass
and other measures outlined in the report is established.
Reason Key: Significant effect in 2 or more electoral divisions;
Divisions Affected: Preston North; Preston Rural; Wyre Rural East;
Contact: Kathryn Eastland Email: kathryn.eastland@lancashire.gov.uk.
Date of decision: 12/10/2017
Effective from: 18/10/2017