This page lists any significant consultations or actions that people might wish to engage with, as well as how to report problems on the street:

OPEN CONSULTATIONS

NATIONAL

Integrated National Transport Strategy: The Department for Transport is developing a strategy which will set the direction for how transport should be designed, built and operated in England over the next 10 years. To help them create the strategy, they are asking people about their experiences. The Low Traffic Future Alliance has created a template if you would like some help in responding.

If you want to respond to the consultation directly, Low Traffic Future have put together some suggested responses to help with answering the questions.  Closing date: 20 February 2025.

REGIONAL

Gatwick Airport expansion: A decision on a second runway at Gatwick Airport is due by 27 February 2025.

The owners of Gatwick Airport want a new runway (we don't) but they don't want to pay for the necessary infrastructure - they want the taxpayer to pickup the bill instead. As it stands, there can only be a second runway built if 54% of passengers use public transport to get to the bigger airport. (The current proportion is 44%).

Gatwick Airport says the rules on public transport are “unnecessary, unreasonable and should not be imposed.” Write to Heidi Alexander ASAP to urge her to say no to the expansion, but if she does approve it to stick to the 54% target.

Please get in touch if you think there is a major consultation we should have listed here. Thanks.

ACTIONS and Petitions

Help save the Wensum Valley and sign the petition against the Norwich Western Link road.

Call for more rural buses - Please sign and share this CPRE petition calling for a reliable bus service for every community. They want to reduce social isolation and traffic, making travel possible to and from the countryside for those without a car.

Reporting problems

Reporting defects, blocked paths, or poor maintenance: If you come across potholes, poor or missing signage, blocked pavements or cycle paths, abandoned bikes, etc, or vegetation out of control, we recommend using the app FixMyStreet as this will send your complaint through to the correct authority. This is especially helpful where the responsible authority may not be obvious. Get it on your phone and it will allow the app to automatically locate the problem (if you give it permission). You can also submit photos and add to existing complaints.

If you're on National Highways' network you can make your comment direct if you prefer. You can also see National Highways' response to recent reports.