Purpose

This report seeks endorsement from the Combined Authority for the proposed approach to review and amend the Mersey Tunnels Byelaws through consultation with consitutent Local Authorities.

Decision

RESOLVED – That in relation to the Mersey Tunnels Byelaw Consultation:

(a)         The revised draft Mersey Tunnels Byelaws (Appendix 2), recognising that the current Byelaws were introduced in 2003 and require modification to reflect current safety requirements, vehicle standards and operational practice be approved; and

(b)         Delegated authority be granted to the Executive Director – Place to undertake the next stage of the revision process is to proceed to formal public consultation and provide the prospective Byelaws be open for inspection as set out under s.236 of the Local Government Act 1972 before returning to the Combined Authority for final approval prior to submission to the Secretary of State for Transport.