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Question 23 - we asked:
Over the last year a Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) has been prepared for Chester-le-Street by consultants working for the County Council. This will set out the improvements that are needed to enable people to walk and cycle their journeys around the town. Will you commit to working to get a good proportion of this plan implemented during your term of office?
We asked this question in these 5 divisions: Chester-le-Street East, Chester-le-Street North, Chester-le-Street South, Chester-le-Street West Central, North Lodge.
3 of the candidates responded as below.
Those candidate(s) which were elected are highlighted.
| Derek MORSE (Green Party) |
This is the first I have heard about a LCWIP for Chester-le-Street. I find this very strange as I have been in touch with the County's Cycling unit on a number of occasions and never a word about it! Once elected I will prioritise getting hold of this plan and will most certainly work towards major improvements for both pedestrians and cyclists in Chester-le-Street. |
| Michael GOULDING (Independent) |
Absolutely I would, if the plan is feasible and there is funding for it to be implemented. I have to admit I know nothing about this. |
| Julie Anne SCURFIELD (Labour Party) |
Im delighted to note that Chester-le-Street has been identified as one of the first priority towns for cycling and walking infrastructure investment given its link to the Great North Cycleway and its location as a main transport corridor to other towns and cities. The implementation of the LCWIP for Chester-le-Street is something I will be taking a keen interest in if elected to represent Chester-le-Street East Ward and will work hard with all key partners and local residents, schools and businesses to support its implementation and the development of a culture in Chester-le-Street that clearly welcomes and encourages more people to walk and cycle. I also will lead by example through biking more myself. |
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