The draft Birmingham Transport Plan 2031 describes what the city needs to do differently to meet the demands of the future.
The plan contains a set of principles that will guide investment in Birmingham's transport. This is needed to serve a city that is home to more people and create a better environment in which to live and work for everyone irrespective of age, disability or income.
These measures are designed to:
The vision for Birmingham’s transport is for a sustainable, green, inclusive, go-anywhere network.
Safe and healthy environments will make active travel – walking and cycling – the first choice for people making short journeys.
A fully integrated, high quality public transport system will be the go-to choice for longer trips.
A smart, innovative, carbon neutral and low emission network will support sustainable and inclusive economic growth, tackle climate change and promote the health and well-being of Birmingham’s citizens.
Four “Big Moves” will work in harmony with one another to support the delivery of our transport vision for Birmingham:
The allocation of road space will change away from single occupancy private cars to support the delivery of a public transport system fit for a global city.
The city centre of Birmingham will be transformed through the creation of a network of pedestrian streets and public spaces integrated with public transport services and cycling infrastructure. Access to the city centre for private cars will be limited with no through trips. This includes looking at different options for the central section of the A38 including re-routing it to an upgraded ring road.
Active travel – walking and cycling – will become how most people get around their locality most of the time. Cars will no longer dominate street life around homes and schools. A limit of 20mph will be standard on all local roads. Residential neighbourhoods and local centres will be places where people are put first.
Parking will be used as a means to manage demand for travel by car through availability, pricing and restrictions. Where development potential exists, land currently occupied by car parking will be put to more productive use.
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At Trinity Centre, Church Hill, Mill Street, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1TF.
Come along to chat with members of the team, ask questions and give us your feedback. No need to book, just turn up at any time.
At Council House, Victoria Square, Birmingham, B1 1BB.
Come along to chat with members of the team, ask questions and give us your feedback. No need to book, just turn up at any time.
At Sense Touchbase Pears, 750 Bristol Road, Selly Oak, B29 6NA.
A more structured events for groups and organisations, to include a presentation and Q&A session.
Registration essential: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/birmingham-transport-plan-stakeholder-event-1-tickets-89218509965
At Council House, Victoria Square, Birmingham, B1 1BB
A more structured events for groups and organisations, to include a presentation and Q&A session.
Registration essential: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/birmingham-transport-plan-stakeholder-event-2-tickets-89219049579
At Council House, Victoria Square, Birmingham, B1 1BB
Come along to chat with members of the team, ask questions and give us your feedback. No need to book, just turn up at any time.
At Saltley Methodist Church, 150 Alum Rock Road, Saltley, B8 1HU.
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