Question 6

Showing forms 151 to 180 of 182

Form ID: 2926

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

On existing industrial centres, many under used at present. Small scale expansion of these areas. Thurliegh and Colworth business parks but with traffic regulation orders to prevent rat-running across the adjacent areas.

Form ID: 2945

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

New employment sites need to be situated alongside major roads to avoid lorries and heavy vehicles clogging up the small roads and lanes around rural communities. The A6 corridor, Colworth and the area south of Bedford already have the infrastructure required.

Form ID: 2960

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Agreed response: Agree with stated suggestion that the improved strategic links along the A421 corridor suggest this might be a good location for much of the required growth to occur.

Form ID: 2974

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

New employment sites could be located in the town centre, repurposing existing town centre buildings. Large retailers are moving away from the town and Bedford town centre will struggle to compete against MK and Cambridge for High Street shopping. Repurposing buildings to include more office space, supported by niche retailers and services targeted at office workers could revitalise the town centre. Wherever possible, provision of employment should be located within walking or cycling distance of main transport links (railway station). Also, public transport services should be reviewed to optimise provision of transport to employment sites, actively encouraging people to avoid using their cars to travel to and from work. Size and quantity of distribution centres needs to be monitored and managed, as automation increases, these centres will take up a lot of industrial space, without requiring a significant number of people to work there. The return of jobs vs space allocated will therefore be low.

Form ID: 2992

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

New employment sites should be located primarily on brownfield land in or next to the main urban area as these are closest to existing Borough population and as they are better linked to the existing primary transport network and hubs. Consideration should be given to the strategic location of site in relation to accessibility for sustainable modes of travel in order to reduce peak periods traffic congestion and pollution. Industrial employment sites should be considered in close proximity to the strategic road network (e.g. A421, A428 A1, M1 etc) and should not be located in rural communities accessed by the rural road network which could encourage further ‘rat-running’ of larger vehicles along country roads and through villages.

Form ID: 3006

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

In line with the current policy approach, new employment sites should be located primarily on brownfield land in or next to the main urban area as these are closest to existing Borough population and as they are better linked to the existing primary transport network and hubs. In all cases, consideration should be given to the strategic location of site in relation to accessibility for sustainable modes of travel in order to reduce peak periods traffic congestion and pollution. By minimising delays on the Strategic Road Network, through effective demand management and transport planning measures, economic growth will prosper along with delivery of better environmental outcomes. Industrial employment sites should be considered in close proximity to the strategic road network (e.g. A421, A428 A1, M1 etc) and should not be located in rural communities accessed by the rural road network which could encourage further ‘rat-running’ of larger vehicles along country roads and through villages.

Form ID: 3020

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3034

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3048

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3062

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3077

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3092

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

land in or next to the main urban area as these are closest to existing Borough population and as they are better linked to the existing primary transport network and hubs. In all cases, consideration should be given to the strategic location of site in relation to accessibility for sustainable modes of travel in order to reduce peak periods traffic congestion and pollution. By minimising delays on the Strategic Road Network, through effective demand management and transport planning measures, economic growth will prosper along with delivery of better environmental outcomes. Industrial employment sites should be considered in close proximity to the strategic road network (e.g. A421, A428 A1, M1 etc) and should not be located in rural communities accessed by the rural road network which could encourage further ‘rat-running’ of larger vehicles along country roads and through villages.

Form ID: 3106

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3120

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3134

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

More employment sites will need to be allocated alongside housing growth. Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough? In line with the current policy approach, new employment sites should be located primarily on brownfield land in or next to the main urban area as these are closest to existing Borough population and as they are better linked to the existing primary transport network and hubs. In all cases, consideration should be given to the strategic location of site in relation to accessibility for sustainable modes of travel in order to reduce peak periods traffic congestion and pollution. By minimising delays on the Strategic Road Network, through effective demand management and transport planning measures, economic growth will prosper along with delivery of better environmental outcomes. Industrial employment sites should be considered in close proximity to the strategic road network (e.g. A421, A428 A1, M1 etc) and should not be located in rural communities accessed by the rural road network which could encourage further ‘rat-running’ of larger vehicles along country roads and through villages.

Form ID: 3148

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3162

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3176

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3190

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3207

Agent: Hegsons Design Consultancy limited

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3222

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Where possible employment sites need to be located close to centres of existing or new population and have good access to sustainable transport networks, ideally located on brownfield sites. Warehousing should not be located in rural communities accessed by the rural road network which is unsuitable for large or heavy vehicles.

Form ID: 3261

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

In terms of employment provision, comments are based only on the information currently available which does not include the Employment Land Study/Employment topic paper which is in the process of being drafted. It is noted that further employment sites are proposed as an option within the consultation paper but specific figures of requirements are not provided. This is positive, Luton would be unable to provide additional employment land to support the needs of other Boroughs. It is also evident that there are significant opportunities with the East-West rail link to provide well connected employment areas which will make a positive contribution to the local and regional economy.

Form ID: 3289

Agent: Phillips Planning Services

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

It is considered that the location of new employment sites should correspond to the development strategy, ensuring that they are in accessible locations and well associated to the locations of growth. The Council should also look for opportunities for existing employment sites to expand. This is an efficient way to increase economic growth and productivity and to provide more job opportunities and training. The Council should create planning policies which support the growth of existing businesses including those located within the rural area. These objectives are set out in Section 6 of the NPPF. Our client’s site at Land At Keysoe Road, Thurleigh which has been submitted through the Call For Sites process, is one such site which is available for expansion. This site is located in an established commercial area adjacent to Thurleigh Airfield and a demolition and reclamation yard. The site is previously developed, and can accommodate up to an additional 9ha of land for B1, B2, and B8 uses. The NPPF supports the use of previously developed land in the rural area for employment purposes and states that opportunities should be encouraged where they exist (Paragraph 84). Our clients site at Land South Of Goldington Road is also available for expansion. The site measures 14.3 ha and can accommodate mixed use development as well as a recreation and open space opportunity.

Form ID: 3296

Agent: Phillips Planning Services

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

It is considered that the location of new employment site should correspond to the development strategy, ensuring that they are in accessible locations and well associated to the locations of growth. There is an opportunity to bring forward around 10ha of employment or commercial floorspace as part of the strategic scale development that Countryside are promoting, connecting directly to the Oxford Cambridge corridor.

Form ID: 3307

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

Form ID: 3329

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

This form is submitted on behalf of 3 landowners who are currently promoting sites in Neighbourhood Plans in the Borough: It is considered that the location of new employment sites should correspond to the development strategy, ensuring that they are in accessible locations and well associated to the locations of growth.

Form ID: 3343

Agent: Gladman Developments Ltd

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

4.9.1 As of 2018, Oxford Economics reported that Bedford’s productivity was approximately £45,000 GVA per head, £5,000 lower than the national average19. This emphasises the importance of the Oxford-Cambridge rail infrastructure provision in enabling connectivity to other cities, to support an increase in GVA per head. In order for Bedford to maximise its socio-economic potential, it should invest in housing in both existing settlements and new settlements. Growth in housing will mutually support the growth of employment sites.

Form ID: 3355

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

This form is submitted on behalf of 3 landowners who are promoting opportunity sites in the Borough: It is considered that the location of new employment sites should correspond to the development strategy, ensuring that they are in accessible locations and well associated to the locations of growth.

Form ID: 3370

Agent: Lichfields

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

5.1 We agree that more employment sites will certainly need to be allocated, but in determining which sites to allocate due regard should be had to opportunities to reduce unsustainable commuting patterns. TwinWoods as a new Garden Community can provide a broader economic role, not just a location for new homes. Through specific on-site employment space provision, as well as jobs generated through a whole range of uses including schools, shops etc, it is anticipated that TwinWoods could deliver 2,000 to 4,000 jobs, meaning people can live and work in TwinWoods. It would be a community in its own right and nor dormant to Bedford. Furthermore, the existing site currently provides jobs for 456 people, including part time staff and people currently working from home. 5.2 Thurleigh Airfield to the north of the site also provides existing employment opportunities, but also proposes significant employment expansion. The ‘40 Acre Site’ to the south of the airfield previously benefited from planning permission 00/01790/OUT for employment expansion. There are ongoing pre-application discussions regarding the redevelopment of the 40 Acre Site for employment use once more. This development would also provide employment opportunities for those living in the TwinWoods Garden Community a short journey to the north of the site. 5.3 TwinWoods is designed to be a community encompassing a highly attractive employment offering. The benefits of locating employment in this specific location are numerous and include; excellent propensity for internalisation or containment of trips within the site, close to a new town centre containing shops, schools, leisure facilities etc allowing for linked trips, possibility of a new rail station in close proximity, and excellent active travel links both within the site and to the employment facilities from outside of the site. 5.4 The COVID-19 situation has created a situation where people and businesses are learning that working from home on a daily basis is a viable option, something that may have been unusual prior to the crisis. From an employer’s perspective this could mean in the long run, more flexibility in working hours in the office, less days spent in the office itself, and this could open employers up to offering active travel and alternative travel incentives. As a result, the way commuting movement operates in the future may result in an extinguishment of the traditional peak periods for traffic, and business premises will benefit greatly from being integrated within a vibrant community such as that proposed at TwinWoods. 5.5 TwinWoods is already an established employment site and its location north of Bedford makes it a convenient commuting location for villages such as Clapham, Milton Ernest, Oakley etc. For example, from Clapham, the northern extent of TwinWoods is an approximate 15-minute cycle which is a convenient and attractive journey time. In particular this might offer a more attractive preferable journey than travelling into Bedford Town centre for some. 5.6 The TwinWoods proposals are therefore able to support growth in the borough by providing employment on a comprehensively designed site. Employment will be set up in the heart of the development and businesses will be thus be available to on-site residents within the 20-minute town concept, in any direction. 5.7 Additionally, an element of employment provision will be consumed by employees who permanently work from home. This is an expected outcome of the COVID-19 pandemic and certainly occurred prior to this and is now amplified. The on-site work hubs will offer the ideal ‘coffee-shop’ type environment for those who do work from home no longer need to work from a central or fixed office (full or part-time), and so it is considered that an element of employment is contained within the site outside of business premises to offer modern and attractive work hubs supported with necessary peripherals thus reducing the need to travel longer distances and making a positive contribution to the work-life balance.

Form ID: 3380

Where do you think new employment sites can be located in Bedford borough?

This form is submitted on behalf of 4 landowners who are promoting sites available for self-build dwellings: It is considered that the location of new employment sites should correspond to the development strategy, ensuring that they are in accessible locations and well associated to the locations of growth. There should also be opportunities for existing employment sites to expand.