Worthing has many of the transport problems associated with much larger towns and cities, with large numbers of people coming into the town for work and shopping, in addition to those who live here. It is well served by road with the main A27 Trunk Road providing links to neighbouring towns along the south coast. However, through Worthing this road is sub-standard and has to carry high volumes of traffic throughout the day. There are good rail and bus services within the town and to destinations further afield. Because most of the town is relatively flat, walking and cycling should be possible for many shorter journeys.

THE TOWN WE WANT

Journeys into and around Worthing will be less stressful. Different modes of transport will be equally available and the impact of transport on our built and natural environment will be considerably reduced. There will be less pollution, and gateways to the town will be environmentally enhanced.


WHAT WORTHING TOGETHER IS GOING TO DO NOW

• Construct cycle routes, particularly a route along the coast.

• Develop traffic management and traffic calming schemes to improve safety and deter some of the rat-running through residential areas.

• Extend and co-ordinate community transport to meet the travel needs of those who do not have access to cars or conventional buses.

• Put in place measures to give buses priority at traffic signals and make better use of bus lanes.

• Working with the Highways Agency, strive to make the A27 work better, including changes to traffic signals, new pedestrian crossings, and improving street lighting.

• Working with the Highways Agency, strive to meet the Government’s published objectives for air quality.

• Work with local employers to promote travel plans.

WHAT WORTHING TOGETHER IS GOING TO DO IN THE LONGER TERM

• Construct new access roads to serve industrial estates.

• Work with the Highways Agency to find a long term solution to the A27.

• Encourage changes in travel behaviour by improving access to a wider range of travel modes and promoting alternatives.


HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED

• Participate in joint community/agency groups to address local issues.

• Use public transport more, walk more, cycle more.

• Ask your employer/school to develop travel plans.

• If you have a minibus, you might like to make it available for community use.


If you wish to get involved in any of these opportunities, please call either :

Community Planning Team Worthing Borough Council Tel : (01903) 221051

Or

Worthing Council for Voluntary Service Tel : (01903) 528620