DEMAND BETTER
TRANSPORT

The A27 debate has dominated local politics for too many years. The Conservative-controlled government and its County and District Councils have let our residents down. They have failed to provide a good road infrastructure. As a result there is too much rat running through our communities.

The Liberal Democrats’ plan is to introduce an A27 Citizens Assembly to work with local authorities, government and Highways England to provide an acceptable solution to the congestion on the A27.

We will prioritise the air quality on all local roads, promoting safe cycle routes in new developments and on the main roads. We will also provide better access for pedestrians, with safe, adequately lit footpaths.
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We want to ensure that we deliver outstanding public transport, with regular local bus and train services throughout the district. We will work with Network Rail to introduce a metro train service, connecting local communities on a regular basis.

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Liberal Democrats will:

• resolve the A27 impasse with a Citizens Assembly;
• prioritise walking and cycling;
• retain our rural bus services;
• promote a metro train line.

In Practice

Midhurst County Councillor Dr Kate O'Kelly led the battle for our buses.  Liberal Democrat determination has meant the proposed Conservative cuts of over half a million pounds were reduced to just £300k.  Although some bus services are being reduced, the Liberal Democrats have helped preserve many vital services.

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