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To provide an update on the work on the Ely to Cambridge Corridor Study and the strategic gateway review scheduled for later in 2024.
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Decision:
RESOLVED:
A. To note progress on the Ely to Cambridge Corridor Study.
B. To note that CPCA and partners will commence a strategic gateway review in November 2024
Minutes:
Matthew Lutz, Transport Manager introduced the report which provided an update on the work on the Ely to Cambridge Corridor Study and the strategic gateway review scheduled for later in 2024.
During discussion, the following points were noted:
a. Members welcomed progress on the project as they noted the considerable congestion issues along this corridor, worsened by ongoing development in areas like Waterbeach.
b. While the relocation of the rail station at Waterbeach might reduce A10 pressure, residents in areas like Foxton still experienced significant delays at crossings, and Members urged the Authority to consider further improvements there.
c. The importance of an integrated approach was highlighted. Traffic inflow from surrounding areas, including roads such as the B1050 and B1381, which served as alternative routes and could benefit from upgrades, should be considered.
d. The Chair emphasised the importance of prioritising road safety across all project aspects, reinforcing the need for an integrated approach in planning.
e. The impact of any changes on the Milton Interchange should be included within the project’s scope to avoid transferring congestion issues from one point to another.
f. The Mayor cited the A10 BP roundabout near Ely as a key safety concern, advocating for an accelerated approach in implementing safe crossings. He also referenced the personal impact and local advocacy efforts following the tragedy at Cardyke, emphasising the moral priority of the Combined Authority to focus on road safety and Vision Zero.
RESOLVED
A. To note progress on the Ely to Cambridge Corridor Study.?
B. To note that CPCA and partners will commence a strategic gateway review in November 2024.?