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Derbyniwyd: 26/02/2025

Ymatebydd: Shakespeare Line Rail User Group

The draft policy clearly states that “development proposals should prioritise access to public transport” and “developments should aim to minimise car dependency.” However, the current
reality starkly contrasts these objectives.

Stratford, along with the proposed major new settlement at Long Marston Garden Village, is on a trajectory that continues to favour car reliance, potentially undermining the very goals outlined in the policy. It is imperative that the South Warwickshire Local Plan (SWLP) and Local Planning Authority (LPA) and Local Transport Authority (LTA) take responsibility for reversing this trend. Without a decisive shift in transport investment—focused on enhancing public transport, particularly rail-based options, and promoting alternatives to private car use—these developments will further increase traffic congestion and create added environmental concerns.

The SWLP, the LPA and the LTA hold a crucial responsibility to adhere to their policy intentions and ensure that future developments genuinely prioritise sustainable transport solutions. The LPA and LTA are accountable for delivering fostering a community that supports public transport accessibility and reduces car dependency.