Decision details

To consider the comments received following the formal consultation associated with the proposed PUFFIN Crossing.

I approvethat:

(i)            The proposal be implemented as advertised.

(ii)          The objectors be informed accordingly.

This decision was published on 13 November 2014 and will come into force on 21 November 2014.

The scheme has been developed following a detailed investigation of the demand and satisfies the criteria set out in the Wiltshire Council Practice Document for Crossings.

The scheme has been developed following considerable discussion within the local community, including the Community Area Transport Group and Parish Council.

To:

(i)                    Implement the proposal as advertised.

(ii)                   Abandon the proposal.

The scheme has been discussed and supported by the Tidworth Community Area Transport Group, a sub group of the Community Area Board.

The scheme has the support of the Parish Council and Local Member – Mr Charles Howard.

The formal advertisement for the PUFFIN Crossing and associated controlled zone was undertaken between 11 September 2014 and 6 October 2014.  During this period fourteen comments have been received. Three of these are in objection to the proposal.  Eleven comments in support of the proposal have been received, including those from Collingbourne Ducis Parish Council and Collingbourne Primary School. The comments received, along with the officer comments, are available at Appendix 2.