Newcastle City Council is developing the Movement Strategy, which will set out the ambition for what transport in and around the city should look like by 2045.
It will include plans for how the city’s transport networks should be designed to meet the needs of local people and address key environmental, social and economic priorities.
Residents and businesses will be invited to help shape the Movement Strategy by providing feedback on their own journeys and what they see as being their transport priorities and needs.
The Movement Strategy will focus on key issues, including:
- Net Zero Newcastle: Focusing on low-emission travel and climate resilience.
- Sustainable Growth: Supporting businesses and providing access to opportunities like jobs and education.
- Healthier, Active, and Safe Travel: Promoting health and well-being through safe and active travel.
- Inclusive, Connected, and Efficient Travel: Ensuring the transport network benefits all residents and visitors.
The Movement Strategy for Newcastle will supplement the regional transport plan as well as the city’s Local Plan, which sets out how wider development and planning policy will help to shape the city in the future.
Members of the council’s Cabinet will be asked to approve a public consultation on the Movement Strategy, starting in October, when they meet on 16 September.
The consultation would last for six weeks and all residents, businesses, transport providers and community organisations would be invited to take part.