Decision - National Cycle Network Route 2 Cycle Link

To seek approval for a national cycle network link along Madeira Drive, providing a low traffic accessible east/west cycle route and completing the national cycle route (NCN2) in the area.

(1)       That the Cabinet Member for Environment notes the consultation results which indicate an overall support for the scheme as consulted, and;

(2)       That the Cabinet Member for Environment instructs Officers to begin implementation of the scheme, to include advertising the associated Traffic Regulation Order and Notice under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 of the intention to convert part of the footway for use by both cyclists and pedestrians.

Madeira Drive is well used by cyclists; however, no actual provision is in place to facilitate these movements safely. This project will benefit local businesses, residents throughout the city, and visitors by creating a more attractive, accessible and legible cycle route between The Palace Pier  and the Marina.

The consultation process identified a desire for a cycle route along Marine Parade in addition to the Madeira Drive route described herein. A Marine Parade option would compliment a route along Madeira Drive and should not be seen as an alternative. If Members so wish, the Design Engineers can investigate the feasibility and design of an additional cycle route to run along Marine Parade.