People across York and North Yorkshire are being invited to help shape the future of transport in the region as the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith launches a 10-week public consultation on his Local Transport Plan. 

The Mayor's Local Transport Plan sets out a long-term vision for improving transport across York and North Yorkshire, helping people travel more easily, safely and sustainably.  

Transport plays an important role in people's everyday lives, connecting communities to jobs, education, healthcare, leisure opportunities, family and friends.  This plan will guide future transport investment and priorities across the county and be supported by a delivery plan setting out how improvements will be made across all modes of transport, including walking, cycling, buses, rail and roads. 

David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, said:  

"Transport in York and North Yorkshire hasn't been good enough for too long, but I’m determined to change that. I want as many people as possible to make sure our county’s first long-term plan sets out a pathway to a transport system that works for everyone in York and North Yorkshire.  

My Local Transport Plan will guide future improvements across all forms of transport, that’s why it must be shaped by the people who travel here every day. 

Make sure you take part in our consultation and share your views, so your community is heard."

The consultation opens today (26th August) and will run for 10 weeks.  

Residents, businesses, visitors and stakeholders can share their view by completing an online survey on yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk/local-transport-plan-consultation/.

A programme of webinars and drop-in events will take place across the region, providing opportunities to find out more about the plan and share feedback. Further details will be shared on the above webpage.