Integrated Public Transport Strategy - Worcestershire County Council

Operable internal and external transport links are crucial to both the economic prosperity
and the health and well-being of those that reside within the County. Ensuring that the
population has access to appropriate transport provision, which serves the needs of
residents, and minimises social exclusion, is of paramount importance in developing a
successful transport system. In delivering this, the transport system must limit
dependence upon the private car, and encourage and promote sustainable transport,
most notably walking, cycling and public transport.
On a wider front, this LTP is wholly consistent with the national transport network. It seeks
to make the most of the opportunities afforded by the Channel Tunnel and regional
airports, the use of waterways as a resource for freight transport, and the availability of
regional facilities for the transfer of freight from road to rail.
Figure 1.2: Web of Influence: The Development of Worcestershire’ s LTP
Land Use
Transport issues cannot be considered in isolation. The way in which we travel, and the
demand for travel, are influenced by both the availability of different modes of transport,
and the land-use patterns of the cities, towns, villages and rural settlements where we
live, work and play. As such, the long term planning of land use to reduce the demand for
travel can play an important role in the delivery of a sustainable transport system.
This LTP has been developed in parallel with the on-going Structure Plan Review, which
has now completed it’s Examination In Public (EIP), to ensure policies and strategy
objectives are compatible. This embraces the review of Local Plans, and influences
directly the Economic Development Strategy to ensure economic prosperity is maintained
through appropriate transport provision.
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Chapter 1 - Strategic Influences