Decision details

RESOLVED:

That;

1)    the proposed bid outlined in this report for funds from Transport for London (TfL) to implement the Council’s Local Implementation Plan (LIP) for 2026/27, be approved in principle;

2)    authority be delegated to the Corporate Director of Residents Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Planning, Housing and Growth, to agree any changes or additions prior to the submission deadline and to submit the Council's new three-year Local Implementation Plan Delivery Programme bid by the deadline.

Reasons for decision

The Cabinet Member for Planning, Housing & Growth introduced the proposed funding bid to Transport for London under the Local Implementation Plan for 2026–2027, seeking Cabinet approval and delegated authority for final submission by the 31 October deadline.

The bid aimed to secure significant external investment to improve transport across the borough, with a focus on safety and connectivity. Planned improvements included safer walking and cycling routes, upgraded junctions and crossings, bus priority measures, and the borough-wide Safer Streets programme, starting in Uxbridge. The proposals built on existing transport and cycling strategies and came at no direct cost to the Council.

The Cabinet Member emphasised the benefits to residents, including safer journeys, cleaner air, and more sustainable travel options, and recommended approval of the bid.

Alternative options considered and rejected

Cabinet could have authorise the final submission, but considered delegation would enable any minor changes to be made before the submission deadline.