The Borough Council of Kings Lynn & West Norfolk has released their Transport Policy Statement
adopted in Feb 2003.
PTW's are a relatively fuel-efficient mode of transport for medium length (over 5 miles) journeys compared to private cars which often only carry one person. They take up
less road space and parking area. They provide a cheap and flexible means of travelling to work, particularly in rural areas and are more socially inclusive as they are more affordable than cars. The
safety of users needs to be improved, whiles secure parking facilities will encourage greater use.
Policy: The Council will, in partnership with the (Norfolk) County Council, seek to encourage an
increase in the modal share of PTW's , while reducing the casualty rate, by improving parking and interchange facilities and promoting safer motorcycling through education and training and speed
management.
Policy: The Council will, in partnership with the (Norfolk) County Council provide safe, secure motorcycle parking facilities at convenient useful places (bus and railways stations and
car parks)
Mode Hierarchy: The Council is committed to a mode hierarchy in settlements which is in priority order: Walking, Cycling, Public transport, Taxis, Essential motor
vehicles i.e. those used to support commercial activity and where there is no reasonable alternative (including freight vehicles) and powered two wheelers
Non essential motor vehicles (i.e. where there is an alternative)
The Council's approach to transport matters will be based on this mode hierarchy.
Thanks to Shan Tedder Regional Rep
for East Anglia for the information. If you are interested in motorcycling issues in East Anglia you can give her an email at east-anglia-region@mag-uk.org or phone 0870 774 3564
