To receive a report of the Executive Member for Environment, Transport and Operations.

The Committee received a report of the Executive Member for Environment, Transport and Operations providing an update on the use of funds to improve commuter cycling within the Borough. The report also highlighted the actions taken in response to the recommendations of the Scrutiny Topic Group Review in 2014.

The Committee discussed how funding to support cyclist was spent, noting Trafford’s positive record for supporting its cyclists. Members suggested that improvements to cycling conditions could be made at Trafford Park and the Bridgewater area, with the latter requiring changes to ensure the safety of non-cyclists.

            RESOLVED: That the report be noted.

To note the outcome of the Scrutiny topic group’s review of Cycling, which has been passed to the Executive Member and will be formally referred to the Executive, at its meeting on 28/7/14, for response.

The Committee received an update on the Scrutiny Topic Group’s review of Cycling which had been led by Councillor Chilton.  The Topic Group had welcomed the on-going partnership engagement between Transport for Greater Manchester and the Council, and noted the funding that has been secured for on-going works. 

The Topic Group had made a number of recommendations to improve cycling in the borough including the on-going maintenance of the Transpennine Trail, improvements to communication about cycling and involvement in the development of a cycling strategy. They also commented on highways and parking and the importance of securing long-term funding to promote and encourage cycling.

RESOLVED: That the report be noted and that an update be provided in 12 – 18 months.