15/12/2008 - Carlisle traffic regulation order referred to renaissance board

A decision to approve a traffic order to reduce the volume of vehicles in Carlisle’s historic core has been referred to Carlisle Renaissance and Carlisle City Council.

A discussion on whether the revised traffic scheme would go ahead was due to be heard by Cumbria County Council's Local Committee for Carlisle on December 17.

Cllr Cyril Weber, Chair of Carlisle Local Committee, said: “We support the scheme and we have heard concerns about the current proposals from the business, retail and religious establishments with regard to the economic impact in the area.

“Apart from these issues we have also heard from Carlisle Renaissance that wishes to refer the matter back so that further discussions can take place with the business community with regard to the economic impact that this decision.

“That board includes Cumbria County Council and Carlisle City Council and will allow a decision to be reached that will best suit the needs of all involved.”

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