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Aug 2021
Victoria Road one-way scheme will stop 'rat run', says cycle group
Changes to make Victoria Road one-way will stop a "rat run" and improve safety for cyclists using the Otley Road Cycle Route, according to Harrogate District Cycle Action.
North Yorkshire County Council will next month begin an 18-month trial to boost active travel on the road by stopping cars from using it to enter Otley Road. It will place a barrier at the junction and one-way only and no entry signs will be installed.
Some local residents who will be affected by the scheme criticised it last week.
Kevin Douglas, chairman of HDCA, told the Stray Ferret the nearby Beech Grove Low Traffic Neighbourhood has displaced traffic onto Victoria Road creating a 'rat run' which is why the move is needed.
He said it will also ensure a safer route for cyclists using Otley Road.
Mr Douglas said he is looking forward to the various active schemes such as Victoria Avenue and Station Gateway being completed as it will eventually create a safe link for cyclists into the town from Harlow Hill. However, he said he was "frustrated" at the speed NYCC is taking to implement them.
He said:
Read more:
- Beech Grove closure: County council receives 600-signature petition
- More road changes around Beech Grove and Otley Road
A petition signed by over 600 people was presented to NYCC this week against the Beech Grove LTR.
Mr Douglas said the public needs to get behind active travel schemes in order to reduce carbon emissions.
He added:
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