Draft Plan to Enhance Walking and Cycling in Chipping Norton Unveiled

Chipping Norton: Oxfordshire County Council is working with the town council. They’re creating a plan to improve walking and cycling over the next ten years.

The plan focuses on better walking and cycling paths. It highlights spots for new cycleways and pedestrian crossings.

Residents can check out the draft plan online. They can share their thoughts until February 27 at letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/chipping-norton-lcwip.

Councillor Andrew Gant, in charge of transport, wants local travel to be easy and enjoyable. He believes there should be safe options for everyone to get around.

The goal is to improve the travel network for walking, cycling, and wheeling. This will boost health and air quality in the area.

Gant looks forward to hearing feedback. He wants to know what works, what doesn’t, and how to make the plan better for everyone.

The plan envisions Chipping Norton as a vibrant town. It aims for good air quality and safe routes for walking and cycling.

Once finalized, the plan will become council policy. This will help secure funding for the proposed improvements.