Spud, I’ve known this island as man and boy, from trying to negotiate it on my little BSA bike with 20 inch wheels when getting conkers, Autumn time in the early 60’s to a boy racer, mid 70’s and an old one now, moaning at cyclists and boy racers and kids throwing sticks into the Conker trees.....
I’m not sure what it is about these new concepts. Nice to have but not always practical. Cycling is on the increase but for how long. In this country it is mainly a summer activity except for those that are keen all weather enthusiasts. How will the new concept function on a cold wet winters day, when all abound on the bicycle and the walk to the bus for a warm comfy ride in the car.
Flow is of the essence on this island as with any of them this close to the Motorways, any holdups traffic will quickly back-up a long way back.
I think a lot of it comes down to government targets and these councillors need to be following the narrative.