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3.3.1 It is important that investment in the passenger transport network is aligned with existing andforecast travel demand. This is likely to be particularly important during the LTP3's first Delivery Planperiod when available finance is likely to be extremely limited.3.3.2 There is clear evidence that a high-performing passenger transport system is an important enabler ofsustained economic prosperity as it can help to reduce congestion particularly in urban areas andalong key inter-urban corridors. Passenger transport networks also support the productivity andsuccess of urban areas and their catchments, by getting people to work, supporting deep andproductive labour markets and allowing businesses within the area to reap the benefits ofagglomeration.3.3.3 The greatest value for money in terms of return on investment in passenger transport will be thoseprojects and schemes which:Support the economy and economic growthEnable the transport network to operate more efficiently and reduce or remove the transportconstraints which inhibit the performance of the economy, in particular:o In congested urban areaso Along key inter-urban corridorsSupport better use of the existing network, particularly the busier parts of that networkHelp to unblock key pinch pointsWorcestershire County Council will prioritise investment toward passenger transport schemeswhich:Are aligned with travel demandSupport the performance of the economyOffer the greatest return on investmentEnhance the overall commercial viability of the network (and hence reduce the need forpublic subsidy)This is likely to involve prioritising investment:In congested urban areasAlong key inter-urban corridors
3.4.1 Accessibility, in general terms, is used to describe the ease by which people can access locations,facilities and services. In terms of passenger transport the quality of accessibility is influenced by thephysical ability to use this mode of transport to access a location, facility or service and the totaltravel time and cost associated with the journey.3.4.2 The delivery of improved levels of passenger transport accessibility over the LTP3 period is a coreelement of the Worcestershire IPT Policy. Accessibility planning techniques will be used to shape aneffective, deliverable and sustainable passenger transport network for Worcestershire, which willenhance the performance of the economy by getting people to work and supporting deep andproductive labour markets. This will also improve the quality of life of residents, through helping tomeet their accessibility needs and in improving their environment.3.4.3 Accessibility planning must strongly influence the design of the passenger transport network. Inparticular it has close links with infrastructure, rolling stock, bus & community transport networkdesign, priority measures and fares & ticketing.3.4.4 Successful accessibility planning has been proven to deliver the following key benefits:Improved accessibility by passenger transport to key services and facilities, with effectivemeans of quantifying existing and projected accessibility levels.More effective integration between new land use developments and passenger transportservices, delivering more sustainable developmentsModal shift leading to reduced congestion in support of the economy and environmentA more commercially viable Passenger Transport Network, as a result of the increasedcompetitiveness of passenger transport, with a reduction in need for public subsidyImproved network planning and performance management, as accessibility planning allows forimpact testing of infrastructure and network enhancements.Enhanced network development opportunities, as accessibility mapping provides soundevidence of the effectiveness of measures to enhance
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