1. That the content of the report be noted.

2. That authority be delegated to the Corporate Director of Governance and Community Strategy, in consultation with the Corporate Director for Place, to complete an agreement pursuant to section 8 Highways Act 1980  with Manchester City Council.

3. That it be noted that associated Traffic Regulation Orders are to be progressed pursuant to the usual TMU process for introduction of Traffic Regulation Orders to support the scheme.

The agreement proposed under Section 8 Highways Act 1980 is required to enable Manchester City Council to carry out that part of the scheme in the Trafford area and will formalise the working relationship between Manchester City Council and Trafford Council. This will enable Section 1b of the Manchester to Chorlton Walking and Cycling Scheme to be constructed. The facilities will provide integrated, high quality routes that are safe, direct, connected, comfortable and attractive, linking with wider networks where appropriate. The scheme promotes improvement of health and safety of cyclists and pedestrian users.

Not to proceed with the recommendation, which would result in the project being abandoned.