Decision details

A report was presented on the proposed diversion of part of Bridleway Walton-le-Dale 80, South Ribble Borough, from the route shown by a bold continuous line and marked A-B, to the route shown by a bold broken line and marked A-C on the Committee plan attached to the agenda papers.

It was noted that the proposed diversion was part of a wider scheme to carry out improvements to the public rights of way in this area and that it was an important route for recreational use and commuting, and was well used particularly by cyclists and pedestrians.

It was proposed that the surface of the bridleway be improved and that a new track be constructed to segregate users of the bridleway from the agricultural vehicles, therefore improving the safety and enjoyment for bridleway users.

The Committee noted that consultation with the statutory undertakers had been carried out and no objections or adverse comments on the proposal had been received.

The Committee were advised that the effect of the Order was compatible with the county council's 'Rights of Way Improvement Plan'.

Resolved:

(i)  That subject to no unsatisfactory responses to the consultations, an Order be made under Section 119 of the Highways Act 1980 to divert part of Bridleway Walton-le-Dale 80, from the route shown by a bold continuous line and marked A-B, to the route shown by a bold broken line and marked A-C on the attached map.

(ii)  That in the event of no objections being received, the Order be confirmed and in the event of objections being received and not withdrawn, the Order be sent to the Secretary of State and the county council promotes the order to confirmation.

(iii)  That provision be included in the Order such that it is also made under Section 53A of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, to amend the Definitive Map and Statement of Public Rights of Way in consequence of the coming into operation of the diversion.