Draft Planning Framework

I wish to object to the permeability routes proposed for: All proposals for Floraville estate, Monastery Heath to Woodford, Cherrywood Avenue to Old Nangor Road.

I object to the proposed cycle way routes on New Road/Laurel Park, Tower Road, Orchard Road as narrowing these roads will severely restrict traffic and contribute to an already congested traffic system.

Unfortunately, the use of ebikes and escooters to facilitate anti-social behaviour in this area needs to be recognised when proposing linking areas for walkability. Currently, footpaths are unsafe for pedestrians and walking to the local shops is now less safe than driving. This a real and serious risk for residents in this area. Current legislation has done nothing to address these issues.

In my opinion, this dangerous form of transport should be banned. There is nothing ‘green’ about e-scooters. In fact, they contribute to the ubiquitous amount of e-waste traversing the globe in bunker ships which use the most polluting form of oil.

In addition, I would like to point out that while walking and cycling are good for fitness and general wellbeing, not everybody is fit and well enough /able bodied to walk and cycle.

For those of us who can walk, it has become an increasingly unpleasant and dangerous experience due to e-scooters (teenagers and adults) on the paths and roads. This has an impact on mental health and wellbeing if you do not feel safe walking to your local shops/village.

The permeability proposal will facilitate anti-social behaviour and crime which will, in turn, negatively impact the mental health of the people living in those areas.