Issue details

Purpose of Report: The report will consider the representations received to the statutory consultation for the amendment to list of exemptions for vehicle movements within the pedestrian area, with officer recommendation for a future course of action. The report will also provide an update on the policies and protocols for the management of the HVM measure that will be placed at the entry/exit points of the pedestrianised area.

The Executive Member will be asked to consider the representations received and decide on if the proposed amendments to the list of the exemptions on which vehicle movements are permitted within the pedestrian area. The Executive Member will also be asked to approve an engagement process to begin to share information on how waivers can be applied for under the new policies and procedures, this will include an update of the National Street Gazetteer, to keep all statutory undertakers updated with the proposed access restrictions to the pedestrian area.