Agenda, decisions and draft minutes

The Chair welcomed all attendees to the meeting and explained the emergency evacuation procedure. 

The Chair asked the Committee members to introduce themselves.

Apologies were received from Councillor Morris.  Councillor Weston attended as substitute.

To note any declarations of interest from councillors. They are asked to

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whether it is a disclosable pecuniary interest.

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interests should be notified to the Monitoring Officer for inclusion.

There were none.

The minutes of the previous meeting were agreed as accurate.

With reference to the actions identified at the previous meeting it was confirmed that:

-          Item 10 - CRSTS Maintenance and Integrated Transport Block Allocation – a progress update requested would be circulated shortly.

-          Item 7 – Silver Motion Safe Travel Homes for Night Time Economy Workers – The draft letter had now been circulated to Committee members for comment with responses invited within one week.

To receive any announcements from the Chair.

A number of officer decision notices have been published since the last meeting.  These were available to be viewed on the public website page ModernGov - bristol.gov.uk

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The Committee noted that the following Public Forum had been received.

Public Petitions

There were no public petitions received for this meeting.

Public Statements

Statements were received and noted as follows:

To respond to the Golden Motion approved at Full Council on 8 October 2024 and to discuss the ‘Bristol Climate and Nature Partnership’s Inclusive Transport Vision for Bristol’. As part of the Golden Motion, 15 measures have been listed with officer responses to each one. This forms part of a wider motion for Bristol City Council which will lay out how it intends to become the UK’s most accessible city.

The Committee for the Transport and Connectivity Committee approved the officer response to the 15 measures outlined as part of the green amendments to the Golden Motion

The Committee considered the report presenting the response to the Golden Motion approved at Full Council. As part of the Golden Motion, 15 measures had been listed with officer responses to each one.

It was noted that this was a non-key update report.

The Head of City Transport outlined the report to Members noting that the Bristol Climate and Major Partnerships Inclusive Transport Vision is on the Forward Plan for future discussion.  The Department for Transport have confirmed that they will receive the full response of the Committee when it is ready for consideration.

The following suggestions were raised during discussion in relation to the response:

-          Re point 5 - It was confirmed that CIL funding could be utilised, although noted that Area Committee areas differed in levels of CIL funding available.  Local ward Councillor knowledge would be invited via the Area Committees.  Other funding sources would also be considered. 

-          New bus services had been commissioned via the Supported Bus Services Task & Finish Group with bus stops to be upgraded to be accessible as soon as possible. 

-          Disabled parking spaces should be assessed through the work of the Parking & Kerbside Strategy Task & Finish Group.  A report on their progress will be brought to the May meeting of this Policy Committee.

-          It was important that the City remains accessible throughout works that are taking place in the city centre.

-          There was more to be done to improve inaccessible bus stops, train stations and bus driver accommodations.  Officers agreed to look into the height of information at bus stops. Lawrence Hill station had a funding allocation within CRSTS 1 and Parsons Street Station was on the list for the next round of funding.

-          It was acknowledged that disabilities included heart and lung conditions and other impairments not necessarily visible and often caused or exacerbated by air pollution from cars.

-          Officers confirmed that 3 hours free blue badge parking was available with no charge within parks/estates car parks.

The report and recommendations were moved by Councillor Plowden and noted by the Committee.

The Committee for the Transport and Connectivity Committee approved the officer response to the 15 measures outlined as part of the green amendments to the Golden Motion

To seek approval for the revised proposal to implement linear parking charges in the Central Controlled Parking Zone and some off street car parks and note a number of associated items connected with the implementation of linear parking.

That, subject to statutory consultation in relation to changes to the Traffic Regulation Orders, the Committee for Transport & Connectivity:

1. Approved the revised linear parking proposal on the basis of Option 1 as described in Point 26.

2. Noted the comments in Point 28.

3. Delegated authority to the Executive Director, Growth and Regeneration, in consultation with the Chair of the Transport & Connectivity Committee to implement the approved proposals.

The Committee considered a report that sought to approve the proposal to implement linear parking charges in the Central Controlled Parking Zone and some off street car parks.  The report also asked the Committee to note a number of associated items connected with the implementation of linear parking as outlined within the report.

It was noted that this was a key decision as it involved over £500k.

The Head of Highways introduced and outlined the report.

Following Councillor questions, the officers confirmed the following:

·       With reference to mitigating the impact on the nighttime economy, the Supported Bus Services Task and Finish Group hoped to be able to fund nighttime bus services as part of their work ongoing for changes in September. There were some reservations amongst Councillors that the implementation could be delayed until after mitigations of later bus service provision.  Officers highlighted that any changes would be implemented after a TRO process which was likely to take up to 6-9 months.

·       The report and options had been presented to the Parking and Kerbside Strategy Task and Finish Group albeit it for discussion within a short timeframe.  Concerns were taken away by officers and the report revised extensively in response to the comments made.

·       A consultation event held with representatives of the night time economy venues (BARBI, BID) as well as Councillors had raised the concern that incresed parking charges could mean a significant additional cost for some workers within the nighttime economy.

·       Although modal shift was important as an intention, it was acknowledged that safety and accessibility were also important considerations.  Not all workers and participants in the nighttime economy would take a night bus if it was on offer as they require door to door transport.  Alternative solutions to this could be achieved using an improved e-scooter offer or shared minibus such as utilisation of the WestLink setup.

The report recommendations (specifying option 1 within recommendation 1) were moved by Councillor Plowden and seconded by Wilcox.

Councillor Weston moved an amendment to Recommendation 1 to read ‘approved the revised linear parking proposal on the basis of Option 2’.  There was no seconder therefore the amendment fell.

The Chair returned to the recommendations as outlined in the report.  On being put to the vote the recommendations were CARRIED with 5 voting FOR and 3 voting AGAINST.  There was 1 ABSTENTION.

It was APPROVED that, subject to statutory consultation in relation to changes to the Traffic Regulation Orders, the Committee for Transport & Connectivity:

1. Approved the revised linear parking proposal on the basis of Option 1 as described in Point 26.

2. Noted the comments in Point 28.

3. Delegated authority to the Executive Director, Growth and Regeneration, in consultation with the Chair of the Transport & Connectivity Committee to implement the approved proposals.

To seek approval for the submission of a Full Business Case (FBC) to the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) for City Regional Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) funding and subject to approval, to accept and invest the funding to deliver the A37/A4018 Workpackage 3 improvements.  To seek approval to accept and invest an increased level of funding to deliver the A4018 corridor improvement project.

That the Policy Committee for Transport and Connectivity:

1.     Approved the submission of a Full Business Case to the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA)

2.     Authorised the Executive Director of Growth and Regeneration in consultation with the Chair of the Transport & Connectivity Committee and Section 151 officer, subject to approval of the Full Business Case by the MCA to:

a. Take all steps required to accept and invest the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) funding amount as set out in this report and appendices,

b. Procure all contracts (goods, services and works and including any over £500K) necessary to deliver the Workpackage 3,

c. Extend the value of the existing Highways and Associated Works framework if there is insufficient spend remaining to cover Workpackage 3 which may be procured before its expiry on 30th September 2025,

d. Award contracts and invest the funding to deliver the works as set out in the Full Business Case up to the maximum budget envelope outlined in this report.

3. Approved an increase in the budget envelope for the A4018 Corridor Improvements Project from £4.38m to £6.05m.

The Committee considered a report which sought approval for the submission of a Full Business Case to the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority for City Regional Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) funding and subject to approval, to accept and invest the funding to deliver the A37/A4018 Workpackage 3 improvements.

It was noted that this was a key decision report, as the proposed decision involved spend over £500k and impacting two or more wards.

The Head of City Transport presented the report which included some exempt information at appendix E.

In response to questions, officers clarified the following:

·       The parking shortfall figure quoted represented the parking income currently generated by parking spaces to be removed.  Some cars may move to alternative car parks meaning income would be retained by the Authority.  The potential income benefit as people transfer to other modes of active travel is being explored by officers.

·       Drainage improvement works at the bottom of Whiteladies Road would be completed before the works within this report start on site.

·       With reference to a public forum statement submitted about University Road, officers would check the measurements and consider narrower planters if it would assist the width of shared use space.

·       The main benefits are walking, cycling and public transport benefits.  The increase in benefit to cost ratio from 6.4 to 7 considers the whole impact of the scheme with different aspects of the scheme contribute separately.

·       Due to the way funding is provided in a prescribed window, works would commence in the Autumn along with other schemes within the City Centre.  A number of measures have been put in place to manage the plans for all projects and coordinate as far as possible, including regionally.  This included public transport elements.

·       In 2021 there had been concern regarding the Park Street element of the scheme.  Detail of changes following re-engagement in 2024 were outlined in Appendix A2.  Meetings had taken place with larger and smaller venues and those venues now planned to make use of the new public spaces as art and event space.

Members of the Committee made the following comments:

·       In reference to Appendix O, there was concern regarding the negative impact of displaced traffic including forecast extra vehicles and impact on air quality on Park Row (with the impact also by the BRI hospital and access for ambulances) as well as Anchor Road.

·       There would be a positive improvement to the Triangle which will open up a great amount of space and positive public realm in an area heavily used by students.

·       It was suggested that the EQIA should cover more of Park Row to the BRI before it goes in the Full Business Case to WECA.  Officers agreed to continue to update the EQIA as a living document. 

·       Officers clarified that the flow of traffic along Park Road would be affected by closures of Colston Street and combined effect on the capacity of St James Barton roundabout.

·       The alteration of the road system would lead to drivers likely  ...  view the full minutes text for item 9.

To seek approval of the proposed maintenance and Integrated Transport Block (ITB) funding allocation from West of England Combined Authority (WECA) as part of the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS), £1m internal funding, £0.560m Transforming Cities Fund and the £2.362m allocation for pothole funding.

That the Transport & Connectivity Policy Committee:

1.     Noted the proposed indicative funding allocations of £17.544m of WECA CRSTS maintenance and agree Option 1 for the ITB for 2025-26 and 2026-27.

2.     Noted the proposed indicative funding allocations of £1m internal funding for 2025-26.

3.     Noted the proposed indicative funding allocation of £0.560m Transforming Cities Fund

4.     Noted the proposed indicative funding allocation of £2.362m for additional pothole funding for 2025-26.

5.     Authorised the Executive Director Growth and Regeneration in consultation with the Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee to take all steps required to accept and invest up to £21.466m of WECA CRSTS maintenance, ITB, Transforming Cities Fund, pothole and local funding as outlined in this report for both 2025-26 and 2026-27.

6.     Authorised the Executive Director Growth and Regeneration in consultation with the Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee to ‘roll over’ underspend from the financial year 24/25 to existing budgets.

7.     Authorised the Executive Director Growth and Regeneration, in consultation with the Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee, to take all steps necessary to procure and award any contracts (including any contracts over the key decision threshold) necessary to deliver the works identified in Appendix A.1 as maintenance or minor works and any remaining works from last year; making use of existing term contracts and/or approved frameworks where appropriate, up to the budget ceiling identified in Appendix A.1.

8.     Authorised the Executive Director Growth and Regeneration, in consultation with the Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee, to make reasonable changes to the programme of works to ensure delivery of the programme, in accordance with the Council’s scheme of financial delegations.

9.     Authorised the extension of the value of the existing Highways and Associated Works framework if there is insufficient spend remaining to cover ITB and Maintenance works which may be procured before its expiry on 20th September 2025.

The Policy Committee considered a report seeking approval for the proposed maintenance and Integrated Transport Block (ITB) funding allocation from West of England Combined Authority (WECA) as part of the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS), £1m internal funding, £0.560m Transforming Cities Fund and the £2.362m allocation for pothole funding.

It was noted that this was a key decision report as the proposed decision involved over £500k.

The Head of City Transport presented the report and along with responses to Councillors questions and comments, officers confirmed that:

-          It was the view of officers that Option 1 provided the optimum allocation of funding between ITB and maintenance allocations with a good balance between maintenance and local transport funding.  Options 2 and 3 were also provided within the report.

-          The Authorities maintenance programme considered the depreciation of the asset as assessed through the Asset Management System with considered understanding of competing pressures.

-          The re-painting of lines on new road surfaces sat within the Maintenance Resurfacing Budget for Highways.  The reinstatement of lining is a revenue cost with its own applicable budget.

-          Winter was a challenging period for contractor output and workflow increased during the summer months.

-          The £2.362m pothole funding needs to be spent within 2025/26, including as preventative maintenance (which is considered the most cost-effective value).

-          A new contract is soon to be awarded with robust KPIs.  Contract monitoring includes a 12 month guarantee on redressed potholes and an asset monitoring system to highlight directly to officers if it a return reinstatement.

-          The school streets element of the ITB funding will fund approx. 3 schools within this allocation.  Other budgets are also to be utilised.

-          Data from lifecycle modelling indicated that £12m funding is required on top of current allocation across all assets as a five year sustainable investment to address depreciation and create a steady state, after which time investment could drop to £7-8m a year from 5 years.

-          Public reports of deteriorated roads that has been resurfaced should be recorded using the Fix My Streets tool as soon as possible.

The report recommendations were moved by Councillor Plowden and seconded by Councillor Alexander.

On being put to the vote the recommendations were CARRIED unanimously and it was APPROVED that;

The Transport & Connectivity Policy Committee:

1.     Noted the proposed indicative funding allocations of £17.544m of WECA CRSTS maintenance and agree Option 1 for the ITB for 2025-26 and 2026-27.

2.     Noted the proposed indicative funding allocations of £1m internal funding for 2025-26.

3.     Noted the proposed indicative funding allocation of £0.560m Transforming Cities Fund

4.     Noted the proposed indicative funding allocation of £2.362m for additional pothole funding for 2025-26.

5.     Authorised the Executive Director Growth and Regeneration in consultation with the Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee to take all steps required to accept and invest up to £21.466m of WECA CRSTS maintenance, ITB, Transforming Cities Fund, pothole and local funding as outlined in this report for both 2025-26 and  ...  view the full minutes text for item 10.

To seek approval from the Transport and Connectivity Committee to submit the City Centre Transport Corridor – Temple Way Full Business Case (FBC) to the West of England Combined Authority (WECA).

That the Committee for Transport and Connectivity:

1.     Approved submission of the Temple Way FBC for approval at WECA Committee or WECA Directors.

2.     Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee to take all steps required to procure and award the necessary contracts for this project (which may be over the key decision threshold), in line with the procurement routes and maximum budget envelopes outlined in this report, should the FBC be approved by the WECA Committee.

The Policy Committee considered a report seeking approval from the Committee to submit the City Centre Transport Corridor – Temple Way Full Business Case (FBC) to the West of England Combined Authority (WECA).

It was noted that this was a key decision report, as the proposed decision involved over £500k and could have a potential significant impact on two or more wards.

The Head of City Transport presented the report which included some exempt information within the Full Business Case at appendix E.

In response to Councillors questions and comments, officers confirmed that;

-          Each scheme is considered in isolation with the business case process focusing on one element of an overall project.

-          The approach for this scheme is scaled back compared to larger schemes but the benefits are still significant. The modal shift would be applicable as a whole across the city Centre as the wider network.

-          A movement plan for the City was due to be presented in the Autumn as the vision of how the projects all fit together.

-          Officers noted requests to significantly improve the underpass by Broad Plain to officers.

-          Officers confirmed that they would continue to look at the connections for and between cycle lanes further including how to connect difficult pinch points.

The report recommendations were moved by Councillor Plowden and seconded by Councillor Self.  On being put to the vote the recommendations were CARRIED with 8 voting FOR and 1 ABSTAINING and it was APPROVED that;

The Committee for Transport and Connectivity:

1.     Approved submission of the Temple Way FBC for approval at WECA Committee or WECA Directors.

2.     Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee to take all steps required to procure and award the necessary contracts for this project (which may be over the key decision threshold), in line with the procurement routes and maximum budget envelopes outlined in this report, should the FBC be approved by the WECA Committee.

To seek approval to the roll-out of Pre-Timed Max settings on signal controlled stand-alone push button pedestrian crossings across the city.

That the Transport and Connectivity committee approved the roll-out of Pre-Timed Max on stand-alone pedestrian crossings across the city.

The Committee considered a report which sought approval for the roll-out of Pre-Timed Max settings on signal controlled stand-alone push button pedestrian crossings across the city.

It was noted that this was a key decision report as it would affect 2 or more wards.

The Head of Highways presented the report reiterating that it referred to up to 100 stand alone crossings and not crossings at junctions.  Some crossings were too old to be included at present but would be upgraded in the future at which point PTM would be applied. 

Following the opportunity for Members to ask questions and seek clarification, the following points were confirmed;

·       In terms of measuring success, if an individual crossing was deemed not working well, changes would be considered on a case by case basis. 

·       If a crossing’s default settings had been activated (e.g. due to road works or a power cut) this can be changed back easily using a hand held device.

·       The positive impact of PTM in some areas (especially around routes to schools) were highlighted.

·       Officers would confirm the timeframe for implementation within the resources available.  It was highlighted that the first traffic signals were established in Wolverhampton in 1926 meaning progress by 100 years would be fitting.

The report recommendations were moved by Councillor Plowden and seconded by Councillor Edwards.

On being put to the vote the recommendation was CARRIED unanimously and it was APPROVED that;

The Transport and Connectivity committee approved the roll-out of Pre-Timed Max on stand-alone pedestrian crossings across the city.

To seek approval for a revised table of fares for Hackney Carriage Vehicles.

That the Committee for Transport & Connectivity:

1.     Approved the revised table of fares in respect of Hackney Carriage Vehicles.

2.     Noted the statutory objection process as outlined in this report.

3.     Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with the Chair of Transport and Connectivity Committee, in the event objections are received and not withdrawn, to consider the objections and decide when the table of fares should come into force and whether this should be with or without modifications.

The Committee considered a report which sought approval for a revised table of fares for Hackney Carriage Vehicles.

It was noted that this was a key decision report as the proposed decision had a significant impact on two or more wards.

The Head of Highways outlined that the application from the industry was fair and reasonable following investigations and considerations.  The fare implementation would be subject to consultation.  Each hackney carriage is wheelchair compliant and an important part of the city’s accessible transport system.

The report recommendations were moved by Councillor Plowden and seconded by Councillor Bryher.

On being put to the vote the recommendations were CARRIED unanimously and it was APPROVED that;

The Committee for Transport & Connectivity:

1.     Approved the revised table of fares in respect of Hackney Carriage Vehicles.

2.     Noted the statutory objection process as outlined in this report.

3.     Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with the Chair of Transport and Connectivity Committee, in the event objections are received and not withdrawn, to consider the objections and decide when the table of fares should come into force and whether this should be with or without modifications.

To seek approval to submit the Bedminster Bridges Outline Business Case to the West of England Combined Authority which, if approved, would secure funding to continue development of the project up to Full Business Case stage.

The Committee for Transport & Connectivity:

1.     Approved the detailed proposals for Bedminster Bridges and approaches, which have been revised following the consultation.

2.     Approved submission of the OBC to WECA which, if approved, would secure funding to continue development of the project up to FBC stage.

3.     Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee to take all steps required to submit the OBC, accept and invest the funding, and to procure and award the necessary contracts for this project up to FBC, in-line with the procurement routes and maximum budget envelopes outlined in this report, should the OBC be approved by the WECA Committee.

4.     Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee to take all steps required to commence construction works on site after OBC approval in parallel to seeking FBC approval (including procuring and awarding contracts over the key decision threshold) and approve and submit the FBC.

5.     Noted that relevant Traffic Regulation Orders (and variation of existing Orders) will be advertised and made for the proposals, in consultation with Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee and ward Councillors.

6.     Approved commencement of physical works on site after OBC approval in parallel to seeking FBC approval. As such this paper is also to seek approval to accept and invest funding, procure and award contacts for the development and delivery of the Bedminster Bridges (and approaches) Project, part of the City Centre Scheme.

The Policy Committee considered a report seeking approval from the Committee to submit the Bedminster Bridges Outline Business Case (OBC) to the West of England Combined Authority (WECA) to secure funding up to FBC stage as outlined within the report.  The project team would continue to complete the FBC which will be submitted to the Combined Authority for approval as per the normal process to ensure it fulfils the objectives with the proposed approach allowing the project to accelerate delivery by 2 months to help derisk the project.

It was noted that this was a key decision report, as the proposed decision involved over £500k and could have a potential significant impact on two or more wards.

The Head of City Transport presented the report which included some exempt information within the Full Business Case at appendix E.

In response to Councillors questions and comments, officers confirmed that;

-          The OBC presented has been developed to a more detailed advanced stage towards FBC due to the acceleration of the project to complete within the CRSTS window as per the WECA acceleration programme for an early works package.  The FBC will further finetune the design and procurement process with WECA sign off required for the final agreement.  Members requested sight of the FBC providing detail of changes although start of works may have taken place.

-          With reference to the points made within the public forum statements, officers clarified that a variety of traffic counts were used through modelling eg from 2020 and also 2013, 2019, 2022, 2024.  A count from 2024 that measured pedestrian, bus, cycle and vehicle counts would be added to the EQIA.

-          EQIA provided detail for some areas.  It was requested that detail be expanded for Bedminster, Filwood and Bishopsworth. 

-          Officers continually review traffic flow and traffic light phasing.  Modelling takes place with different levels of detail.  The capacity of the junction would essentially remain the same with some movements by different routes due to turn restriction. 

The report recommendations were moved by Councillor Plowden and seconded by Councillor Wilcox.  On being put to the vote the recommendations were CARRIED with 7 voting FOR and 2 AGAINST and it was APPROVED that;

The Committee for Transport & Connectivity:

1.     Approved the detailed proposals for Bedminster Bridges and approaches, which have been revised following the consultation.

2.     Approved submission of the OBC to WECA which, if approved, would secure funding to continue development of the project up to FBC stage.

3.     Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with Chair of the Transport and Connectivity Committee to take all steps required to submit the OBC, accept and invest the funding, and to procure and award the necessary contracts for this project up to FBC, in-line with the procurement routes and maximum budget envelopes outlined in this report, should the OBC be approved by the WECA Committee.

4.     Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with Chair of the Transport and  ...  view the full minutes text for item 14.

To brief the Transport & Connectivity Committee on performance against the BCC Business Plan as relevant to the remit of this Committee, for Q3 2024/25, and for Members to note areas of specific interest or concern with relevant Directors. 

That the Transport & Connectivity Committee

1.      Noted performance against the Business Plan relevant to this Committee, including the issues raised and measures to address performance issues to be implemented by relevant services.

2.      Noted that there is a process underway to refresh the Corporate Strategy and related KPIs.  The Chairs of each Committee are currently being briefed about this, to enable all Policy Committees to help shape the KPIs they receive each quarter.

The Committee considered a report that briefed the Transport & Connectivity Policy Committee on performance against the BCC Business Plan as relevant to the remit of the Committee for Quarter 3 2024/25 which ran to the end of December.

It was noted that there were no decisions to be taken on this report which was for information.

The Corporate Strategy was currently being refreshed which could present different Key Performance Indicators.

The Director of Economy of Place introduced the report and in response the following points were raised:

-          Three of the eight business plan actions were presented as ‘not on track’ such as the delivery of the package around the arena, the delivery of the EBLN and improvements in relation to Mass Transit Business Case. 

-          Officers continued to have discussions with Police colleagues regarding available data relating to road safety and the number of people seriously injured or killed.

-          With reference to bus data - there were now high levels of bus patronage.  It was noted that the number of bus services and frequency of bus services should also be taken into account.

-          With reference to the YTL arena and the current delay to 2028 - the current scheme and commitment from YTL is impact on surrounding areas over a baseline of the current parking levels would trigger mitigations from YTL.  It was therefore important to ensure baseline data is recorded.  It was also confirmed that further engagement with the planning authority would be required to consider any proposed increase in capacity.

The Transport & Connectivity Committee;

1.      Noted performance against the Business Plan relevant to this Committee, including the issues raised and measures to address performance issues to be implemented by relevant services.

2.      Noted that there is a process underway to refresh the Corporate Strategy and related KPIs.  The Chairs of each Committee are currently being briefed about this, to enable all Policy Committees to help shape the KPIs they receive each quarter.