Kirklees Transport Strategy consultation on track for spring
We are asking residents, businesses and community groups to share their thoughts on their daily journeys, their priorities when they travel and how they envisage the future of transport and travel in Kirklees.
The Transport Strategy is the first of its kind for Kirklees and will align with the wider West Yorkshire Local Transport Plan. A Kirklees transport strategy consultation will help us deliver a transport network which reflects the needs of the diverse communities and rural and urban landscapes across the district
Consultation open for eight weeks
The Kirklees Transport Strategy Consultation is now online.
There are a series of public events for anyone to come along to a discuss the strategy, share their thoughts as well as receive support to compete the consultation online.
Monday 10 March
- Heckmondwike Market
- Dewsbury Train Station
- Denby Dale Train Station
Tuesday 11 March
- Huddersfield Train Station
- Mirfield Train Station
- Slaithwaite Train Station
Wednesday 12 March
- Dewsbury Market
- Dewsbury Bus Station
- Sainsbury’s, Dewsbury
Thursday 13 March
- Huddersfield Market
- Holmfirth town centre
- Huddersfield Bus Station
*Dates correct at time of publishing and maybe subject to change.
The strategy will focus on four key issues
- Develop a transport network that will make it easier for people to get around and provide greater access to more opportunities.
- Develop our streets and spaces so people in Kirklees feel safe, happy and healthy.
- Support the council Net Zero vision by 2038 by reducing harmful emissions.
- Capitalise on existing local and regional investments and maximise the impact.
Councillor Crook, Deputy Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Transport said:
“As a council, we are committed to delivering a transport strategy that enhances mobility for residents, reduces congestion and supports our ambition to become Net Zero by 2038. We need to hear the views of Kirklees residents in order to deliver an effective transport strategy shaped by our communities.
“It’s imperative we have a greater understanding of how residents feel about their journeys and the impact it has on their everyday lives so we can deliver an accessible, safe and sustainable transport network.
“The results of the consultation will help shape a transport strategy that will endeavour to improve links between our towns and villages, addressing our environmental, social and economic priorities and enhance our local economy, making a generational change.”