Lancashire County Council (Lightfoot Lane, Preston, Preston City) (Removal and Introduction of Bus Stop Clearway) Legal Reference: LSG4/102409/AFR
April 16, 2026 Director of Highways and Transport (Officer) Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
Director of Highways and Transport Peter Bell approved the relocation and introduction of bus stop clearways on Lightfoot Lane, Preston on 16/04/2026. The decision includes the removal of existing bus stops and the introduction of new ones with enforceable clearway markings and signs, along with the construction of a raised platform. This is being pursued as part of a s278 Agreement under the Highways Act 1980 for a new housing development.
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Purpose
It is proposed to relocate the existing East and West bound bus stops to new locations further west on Lightfoot Lane Preston, with enforceable clearway markings and signs allowing buses to pull in safely and efficiently at the stop.
The proposal intends to promote sustainable transport for all users by including the construction of a raised platform, allowing safe boarding and alighting of passengers.
Consultations
For Bus Stops - Formal consultation was carried out between 06th March-2026 until 03rd April-2026 which included frontagers to the proposed location of the Bus Stop being notified and notices being displayed on site. Divisional county councillors were consulted along with the council's usual consultees.
Following formal consultation No Objections were received.
Decision
Peter Bell, Highway Regulation Manager, took a decision to approve Lancashire County Council (Lightfoot Lane, Preston, Preston City) (Removal and Introduction of Bus Stop Clearway) Legal Reference: LSG4/102409/AFR
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 16 Apr 2026 |