Questions remain over a new transport scheme, as stakeholder engagement programmes continue.

A multi-agency approach to sustainable urban mobility has led to widespread uncertainty regarding the implementation timeline of a key intervention designed to enhance the city’s transport infrastructure.

As part of an ongoing commitment to integrated transport solutions, a strategic realignment of movement corridors has necessitated the phased introduction of a streamlined access management system.

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However, while extensive consultation with key parties and cross-departmental collaboration have been at the forefront of the process, recent developments have prompted public discourse around the precise sequencing of its rollout - and its location.

But a spokesperson for the New Partnership Delivery Board confirmed that a robust communications framework remains central to the engagement strategy: “We acknowledge that there has been some misunderstanding around the operationalisation of the scheme, and we are working closely with partners to ensure that key messages are effectively cascaded through appropriate channels.”

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Meanwhile, local residents and businesses have expressed a desire for greater clarity on the practical implications of the scheme, particularly in relation to transitional arrangements and enforcement mechanisms.

The role of any potential buildout within the access management framework has also raised questions, although bitternepark.info understands the move remains subject to further consultation with key stakeholders

Officials have reiterated that all relevant information is available via the dedicated engagement portal, which will be updated in line with evolving project milestones.

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No formal comment has yet been received from Cobden Bridge Residents’ Association, although we understand appropriate stakeholder engagement remains ongoing at this time.

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