Safer routes proposals for Carmarthenshire
Residents in three Carmarthenshire communities are being asked for their views on proposals to create a safer environment for pedestrians and cyclists. The council is consulting on Safer Routes in Communities schemes for Carmarthen, Pontyberem and Pencader. These communities were successful at the first stage of the assessment process. Display boards showing details of the schemes will be put up in each of the areas so that people can leave feedback. The comments will form part of a bid to Welsh Government for funding for the schemes to be carried out next year in 2017-18. The council is also consulting directly with local schools, town and community councils and the local members. The Safer Routes in Communities project has been developed to create a safer environment for pedestrians and cyclists through the implementation of engineering measures such as cycle routes, cycle paths, traffic calming and educational road safety initiatives. The aim is to shift away from car use for cert...