Elections

South Cambridgeshire District Council elections, May 2022: Bar Hill

Summary: Elections to South Cambridgeshire District Council, May 2022
Polling date: Thursday 5th May 2022
Ward:
Candidates
(by surname):
  • David BARLOW  (Liberal Democrat)
  • Thomas LACHLAN-COPE  (Green Party)
  • Bunty WATERS  (Conservative Party)

Questions for Bar Hill ward candidates (6 questions)

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# Question 1

How would you improve the South Cambridgeshire District Council cycle parking policy? How would you bring inclusive cycle parking into the Local Plan? Also, how would you ensure that cycle parking policies are enforced in subsequent planning applications?

David BARLOW
(Liberal Democrat)

If we are serious about making cycling a viable choice, then cycle parking must be put on parity with car parking. Cycle parking should be put in appropriate places for cyclists to get easy access to, as well as near to the location that is being visited. This should also be secure and facilitate all types of bikes. Effective implementation of the draft cycle parking policy, then followed through by members of the planning committee, is the key way to ensure enforcement.

Thomas LACHLAN-COPE
(Green Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.
Bunty WATERS
(Conservative Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.

# Question 2

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Road Safety Partnership (now the Vision Zero Partnership) aimed to reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries to cyclists by 40% between 2015 and 2020, but it actually rose 2% during that time. Too many people are being hurt on our roads.

What do you think would most improve safety for people walking, cycling, using mobility aids and riding horses on the roads in your area? Which routes and junctions need the most urgent improvement?

David BARLOW
(Liberal Democrat)

The provision of suitable cycle paths is the one biggest thing that can be done to improve safety for active travel. Along with this I believe that the speed limit around the perimeter road should be reduced from 40mph to 30mph. 20mph zones should be adopted when near places young or vulnerable adults live. The route from Bar Hill to Longstanton, as well as to Oakington, both need to be improved and finished.

Thomas LACHLAN-COPE
(Green Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.
Bunty WATERS
(Conservative Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.

# Question 3

Cambridgeshire County Council’s draft Active Travel Strategy says that our region’s transport network must put public health at its core. It points out that almost a third of 10 and 11 year olds in Cambridgeshire are obese and rates of cycling and walking are lowest among the over 40s.

What role do you think cycling can play in improving local residents’ health and wellbeing? What specific changes are needed to help the youngest and oldest residents in your area choose active modes, including walking, for more journeys?

David BARLOW
(Liberal Democrat)

Travel of one kind or another is something most of us do everyday, so cycling instead of driving is a proactive way of improving the health and wellbeing of local residents. Good quality wide paths around the whole perimeter of the village will help both the youngest and oldest residents for active travel.

Thomas LACHLAN-COPE
(Green Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.
Bunty WATERS
(Conservative Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.

# Question 4

In June 2021, the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority agreed to act on the Independent Commission on Climate’s recommendation to reduce car miles driven in the region by 15% by 2030.

Suggested actions needed to achieve this goal include installing safe cycle routes from new developments, working with employers to increase uptake in sustainable options for commuting, improving existing cycle infrastructure and encouraging the use of e-bikes. What changes do you think are needed to help people in your area reduce car mileage?

David BARLOW
(Liberal Democrat)

Cycling and walking needs to be just as much an equal and valid option, as driving is. Work by the local authorities on the City Access and Route Hierarchy should play a fundamental step in achieving this. It considers walking, cycling and disabled access as key considerations, which have a high priority.

Thomas LACHLAN-COPE
(Green Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.
Bunty WATERS
(Conservative Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.

# Question 5

National charity Cycling UK's manifesto for English elections includes the following asks:

1: Create safe space for cycling: put the delivery of a connected network of routes at the heart of transport and development plans;

2: Improve delivery: ensure schemes meet the government’s cycle design standards laid out in LTN 1/20 and the Gear Change policy;

3: Make neighbourhoods more attractive for cycling & people: for example, by making 20mph the default for residential and shopping streets, and increasing secure cycle parking;

4: Enable rural & urban communities to cycle: integrate cycling and walking with public transport, make cycle training available for all and improve access to local green space.

Will you support this manifesto? What policies would you champion in your area to increase levels of walking and cycling?

David BARLOW
(Liberal Democrat)

I support Cycling UK's manifesto as it outlines a pragmatic approach to improving cycling. Safe spaces for cycling are essential for uptake as well as cycling safely on roads. Cambridgeshire County Council are currently planning to create a cycle path around the entire perimeter road of Bar Hill.

Thomas LACHLAN-COPE
(Green Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.
Bunty WATERS
(Conservative Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.

# Question 6

What is your personal experience of walking and cycling in your area? What barriers do you think local people face that may prevent them from choosing active travel for everyday journeys?

David BARLOW
(Liberal Democrat)

While walking around Bar Hill is possible, more and better quality of paving is needed. The hill topography of Bar Hill can make walking and cycling challenging, so paving is essential for safe and comfortable active travel. A new cycle path around the entire perimeter road of Bar Hill is currently planned. Once completed this should make cycling much safer and accessible to everyone.

Thomas LACHLAN-COPE
(Green Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.
Bunty WATERS
(Conservative Party)
The candidate has not responded to the survey.

Camcycle is a non-partisan body. All candidates are given an equal opportunity to submit their views. Information published by Camcycle (Cambridge Cycling Campaign), The Bike Depot, 140 Cowley Road, Cambridge, CB4 0DL.