Purpose

The purpose of this scheme is to support the improved amenity in Nelson Town Centre, with improved pedestrian and cycle access and linkage across Nelson. All the proposals will work together to create a safer environment for pedestrians, cyclists, and vulnerable users. It is hoped this will give confidence to encourage more users to consider commuting via non-motorised means and this will improve health and air quality for the residents of Nelson. The proposal includes the removal and subsequent relocation of one existing Bus Stop Clearway and introduction of two Bus Stop Clearways to prioritise bus services and encourage the use of public transport.

Consultations
For Bus Stops - Formal consultation was carried out between 10 October-2025 until 07 November-2025 which included frontagers to the proposed location of the Bus Stop being notified and notices being displayed on site. Divisional county councillors were consulted along with the council's usual consultees.

Following formal consultation No Objections were received.

Decision

Peter Bell, Highway Regulation Manager, on behalf of Matt Townsend, Director of Highways and Transport, took the decision to approve the proposal as set out in the report.