Bristol residents have until 28 January to consider a series of proposed improvements to one of the city’s main bus routes.
The proposals form part of a wider transformation by Bristol City Council and the West of England Combined Authority over the next decade to improve Bristol’s transport network, with an emphasis on bus travel and forms of active travel.
Residents, businesses, commuters and people who travel along Bristol’s number 2 bus route, which goes from Cribbs Causeway to Stockwood via the city centre, can give their views on detailed designs and proposals before the consultation closes toward the end of the month.
It follows public engagement last year, where the council invited everyone to give feedback on what improvements are needed along the A37 and A4018.
The proposals for the number 2 bus route aim to achieve bus infrastructure enhancements to help buses move quickly through the traffic; improved journey times and reliability; better pedestrian spaces, which provide safe crossing points and attractive streetscapes; and reallocation of road space for cyclists to make it easier and safer to cycle.
Councillor Don Alexander, cabinet member for transport, Bristol City Council, said: “We’re working to transform Bristol’s transport network, ease congestion, reduce carbon and improve our air quality by introducing quicker and more reliable bus travel and improved walking and cycling routes.
“It’s great to see so many people have already had their say on our community-informed designs, and we’re eager for even more people to get involved to make sure the proposals are right for the city.
The proposed designs can be accessed on the Travelwest website, along with further information and details of a series of drop-in information sessions continuing across the city in the north, south and central sections of the A37 and A4018.
Bristol City Council is also asking for views on proposals that aim to support local businesses by increasing the number of pedestrians, and manage traffic flow and reduce pollution.
