Comment

Representation ID: 10250

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Central Bedfordshire Council

2. Vision & Objectives
2.1 CBC support the positivity of the vision for Bedford, which states that by the end of the plan period “The borough will have become a greener, more sustainable, more attractive and prosperous place to live and work. Tackling climate change and adapting to and mitigating its effects will be at the heart of new development throughout the borough”. The four themes identified within the Submission plan are also generally supported as they provide a clear direction as to how the vision could be achieved.
2.2 It is noted within Theme 2 relating to accessibility, that there is an emphasis on improving east-west connectivity and enhancing multi-modal travel, through the construction of the East West Rail line. As the EWR proposals are still being considered and timeframes for delivery are still to be determined, it is considered that it may be prudent to also identify alternative means for improving connectivity within the Borough.
2.3 CBC also considers that it may be beneficial to reference within the vision and objectives for the plan, the potential improvements to east west connectivity that could also be realised through the Bedford to MK Waterway.