A new plan to improve travel around Bracknell Forest has been agreed by the council’s Cabinet.
The fourth Local Transport Plan (LTP4) outlines the borough’s long-term transport strategy from 2025 to 2037. It sets out how the council will create a more sustainable, accessible and resilient transport network that supports the environment, local economy and residents’ health and wellbeing.
The new plan responds to national priorities such as climate change and decarbonisation, as well as local priorities shaped through community consultation. More than 1,000 residents gave their views through surveys and drop-in events in late 2023 and early 2024.
Key elements of the plan include:
- improving walking and cycling routes, particularly to schools
- enhancing access to reliable public transport
- rolling out more electric vehicle charging points
- encouraging alternatives to short car journeys
- supporting travel behaviour change in communities and schools
Andrew Hunter, Director for Executive Director for Place, said:
“This new plan sets out a bold but achievable vision for how we get around Bracknell Forest. It’s been shaped by local people, reflects national goals, and places a clear emphasis on sustainable travel, cleaner air and safer streets.
“Through targeted investment and positive changes in how we travel, this plan will support healthier lives and help protect our environment for future generations.”
LTP4 has been developed alongside the borough’s new Local Plan. The plan will now be recommended for adoption at Full Council later this year.
For more information and to read the plan, visit the local transport plan page.