Purpose

To consider representations made to the
advertisement of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) in relation to
time limited loading bay and bus stop clearway relocation
restrictions in Curzon Street, Calne and to recommend an
appropriate way forward.

Content

Following consultation with officers I give
notice that I intend to make the decision set out in the attached
report. If you would like to make any representations to me on this
issue, please do so by Tuesday 13 January 2026.

Reasons for the decision

The existing positioning of the bus stop layby
makes it difficult for a bus to make the movement, resulting in
vehicles overhanging into the carriageway and live traffic lane on
the approach to the traffic signals. 
Additionally, when a bus is stationary in this layby it obstructs
visibility to the traffic signal head making it difficult for
approaching vehicles to view.
 
Implementing the relocation of the bus stop
clearway to the exit of the signalised crossroads within the
existing layby enables a safer provision for buses and road users,
as well as ensuring forward visibility of the traffic signal head.
It will enable the junction to accommodate bus priority within the
signal operation, if required in the future.
 
As part of the programmed traffic signal
refurbishment project the proposals have been developed to address
existing operational challenges with the current bus provision.
Within the Council’s Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP),
there is a strategic objective to enhance bus route 55 along the A4
corridor, including an aspiration for the provision of bus priority
within upgraded traffic signal equipment.
 
The existing bus stop and clearway, located in
the layby outside the Town Hall is positioned on the approach to
the signalised junction. This arrangement would prevent a signal
controller from accurately determining whether a bus is waiting at
the signals or stationery at the stop, leading to increased
priority demand.
 
Repurposing the current Bus Stop layby outside
the Town Hall as a time-restricted loading facility will help
support local businesses by retaining time limited parking.
 
The proposals are in accordance with Our
Wiltshire Plan 2025-2035: A Community-Centred Approach priorities 2
and 7.

Alternative options considered

To:
 
(i)       Implement the
proposals as advertised.
 
(ii)       Abandon the
proposals.