Transport strategy on the agenda

BARNSLEY Council’s ruling cabinet members will be asked to adopt its latest transport strategy next week.

At Wednesday’s cabinet meeting, members will also note that internal consultation was completed prior to the public one.

A council report states: “The strategy has been developed to provide a new approach to tackling our transport issues and to identify the key projects, activities and opportunities needed to help us deliver our Barnsley 2030 Vision and achieve our objectives.

“Transport is fundamental to our inclusive economy and good growth.

“The strategy recognises that fuel and other costs are now rising faster than incomes and for some people, car travel already has become too expensive.

“It also addresses concerns about the rising levels of ill health associated with sedentary lifestyles and obesity, as well as the health effects of poor air quality.”