Lead Member – Councillor Kirstie Hurst-Knight – Portfolio Holder for Children and Education

Report of Tanya Miles – Executive Director of People

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet adopt the revised policy (Appendix A).

The Portfolio Holder for Children and Education introduced the report which sought Cabinet approval of the Unsafe Walking Routes Policy which replaced the current Extremely Hazardous Routes Policy.

Members sought reassurance that although the Policy referred to statutory duties, that the safety of pedestrians would be considered when assessing routes. This included the reference to verges which may be used by parents and young children on their walk to school. It was confirmed that the policy was designed to ensure the safety of pedestrians and their relationship with transport, and that each application would be considered on its own merits. This would be reviewed annually.

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet adopt the revised policy (Appendix A).