Transport Secretary Louise Haigh emphasized the importance of local communities in deciding road safety measures, stating that her department will support councils in implementing schemes.
Discussing the impact of the previous administration's approach, Haigh pointed out that local authorities experienced 'limbo and paralysis' due to lack of government support for active travel initiatives.
The role of Low-Traffic Neighbourhoods in promoting safer streets was highlighted, with emphasis on engaging the entire community before implementing such schemes.
Haigh criticized the previous government's political handling of local traffic measures, aiming to end the 'culture wars' associated with them and support effective local governance.
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