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5 Summary 5.0.0.1 Four footpaths / cycleways / tracks would be directly affected by the Scheme. Footpath 443 would be stopped up, and a convenient diversion would be provided; The unnamed footpath/cycleway along the south side of the A45 Stonebridge Highway, would be realigned and temporarily closed during the works, and extended to connect to the footpath network at Stivichall Junction; The unnamed footpath / cycleway along the north side of the A45 Stonebridge Highway would connect Tollbar End roundabout to the King Henry VIII School playing fields north of the Scheme. The remaining section of this footway would be stopped up; and, Unnamed footpaths / cycleways / tracks in the vicinity of Tollbar End roundabout would be modified by the enlarged junction. The crossing at the A46 Coventry Eastern Bypass on slip and the track through the centre of the roundabout would be removed. A footpath / cycleway around the roundabout would be provided with pedestrian / cyclist crossings to cater for all NMU movements. The considered impact on these footpaths is slight adverse. 5.0.0.2 Once operational, the Scheme would be accessible by pedestrians and cyclists. 5.0.0.3 The impact of the Scheme on pedestrian and cyclist views would be limited or slight, as the majority of routes used by NMU within the Study Area would not experience any significant change. However, there would be a slight improvement to amenity in terms of additional signage of pedestrian and cyclist routes around Tollbar End roundabout, and there would be an improvement in road safety arising from the prevention of short-cutting across the A45 Stonebridge Highway opposite Footpath 443. As such the overall effect of the Scheme on amenity would be a slight benefit. 5.0.0.4 The Scheme does not sever other existing local routes, particularly to community facilities. Existing travel patterns would not be adversely affected and a reduction in traffic levels along local routes resulting from the operation of the Scheme should not adversely affect the amenity and safety of these routes for pedestrians and others. Therefore, the Scheme would have a neutral effect on severance. 5.0.0.5 Bus services would be positively impacted by the Scheme with the provision of traffic lights on the B4110 London Road arm of the roundabout. This would allow improved access to the roundabout and reduced queuing times during peak hours. During the construction phase, and permanently thereafter, one bus stop would be relocated some 40m away from Tollbar End roundabout, which would have a negligible impact. Environmental Statement Volume 2 A45/A46 Tollbar End Improvement Page 27 Part 12: Pedestrians et al March 2009
5.0.0.6 In terms of health benefits the Scheme does not create any new PRoW, cycle routes or bridleways. The temporary closure of the A45 Stonebridge Highway footpath and cycle route along the eastbound carriageway would result in a temporary slight adverse impact. The realignment of the footpath/cycleway with the provision of the new River Sowe footbridge would not lead to any significant changes in time or distance for users of that route. The closure of Footpath 443 and provision of a permanent diversion would slightly extend journey times for users wishing to use this route. However, the slight increase and the temporary closure of the A45 footpath would be of minor significance. Therefore, overall, the Scheme would have a neutral effect on public health. 5.0.0.7 During construction, access along all affected routes would be maintained by measures such as traffic management, temporary diversions, management of user movements and signage for affected routes. Access to public transport facilities would also be maintained, with a temporary bus stop installed close to Montgomery Close. The CEMP prepared for the Scheme prior to the commencement of construction work, would detail the mitigation measures to be taken to reduce potential impacts on pedestrians and others. 5.0.0.8 Overall, it is considered that the Scheme would have a slight adverse effect on pedestrians, cyclists and other non-motorised road users. Environmental Statement Volume 2 A45/A46 Tollbar End Improvement Page 28 Part 12: Pedestrians et al March 2009
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