Brew 5,495 Posted April 11 Report Share Posted April 11 It would seem another survey no one has heard of has taken place with regard to a new bridge over the Trent for pedestrians and cyclists at a cost of 12 million. The city is not paying for the bulk of it, but I do think the money could be better spent. The bridge will cross from the old Waterways site to... well nowhere really. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PeverilPeril 3,311 Posted April 11 Report Share Posted April 11 I think that the idea has vision - especially for people that can walk, drive a wheelchair or ride a bike. 'Nowhere' will become 'somewhere' eventually, so bugger the traffic. Let's have a bit of freedom!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brew 5,495 Posted April 11 Author Report Share Posted April 11 That's one view PP and may prove to be right. but it can also be said it's very expensive facility for very few people considering there are two pedestrian/cycling only bridges already existing. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cliff Ton 10,574 Posted April 18 Report Share Posted April 18 They've approved it. https://westbridgfordwire.com/waterside-bridge-for-river-trent-gets-unanimous-support-from-councillors/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brew 5,495 Posted April 18 Author Report Share Posted April 18 . From Nottinghtransport,com: "It’s great to see such positive feedback from the community! The bridge is part of the Transforming Cities initiative and aims to enhance pedestrian and cyclist connectivity across the River Trent". They pat themselves on the back and boast 83% approved the idea. But... There were 1198 responses. 83% of that is only 991, this means they based their decision on the opinion of less than 0.3% of Nottingham's residents. More than 400, almost half of those that approved the idea, thought the location was in the wrong place. Looking at the waterside area (99% industrial), access and the West Bridgeford field it ends up in I can see why. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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