Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: September 23, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED:   That Cabinet agree to submit the Lower Sunbury Local Street Improvement package, along with the Road Safety Outside Schools programme to Active Travel England for funding consideration. That Cabinet agree to move forward with building the proposed scheme, subject to: Feedback received from public engagement, Support from the local divisional member, and confirmation of funding support from Active Travel England, subject to approval by the Council’s Capital Programme Panel. That Cabinet agree that any changes to the scope of the schemes during delivery can be made by the Director of Highways, Transport and Network Management, in consultation with the local Divisional Member and the Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Economic Growth within the approved budget.   Reasons for Decisions:   The proposed schemes are vital to improve local living and strengthen Surrey’s communities as outlined in the Local Transport Plan.    Securing grant funding from Active Travel England (ATE) represents the most cost-effective and efficient means of implementing the walking and cycling improvements identified in the council’s Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) and Local Streets Implementation (LSI) programme, both of which form an integral part of the Local Transport Plan and Healthy Streets approach.   School road safety is a frequently expressed concern. At school drop off and pick up times the roads in the immediate vicinity of schools are especially busy. This often causes slower vehicle speeds, congestion and can lead to frustration from motorists and residents. It can also discourage more walking, wheeling and cycling for school journeys, making the problem worse.                                                 (The decisions on this item can be called-in by the Communities, Environment and Highways Select Committee)