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An unauthorised traveller encampment was made last night at the Malthouse Square Playground and the Police and Bucks Council were immediately alerted.
We are going through the necessary processes of dealing with this at the moment.
The URN number with Thames Valley Police is 43200242454 in case anyone needs to report a related incident.
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Press Release from Buckinghamshire Council
27 July 2020
Move to support cycling and walking in Wycombe
Plans to develop a network of cycling and walking routes around High Wycombe take their first step today (Monday 27 July) with the launch of a travel survey to find out how people currently get around the area.
This initial research stage will chart people's current travel habits, ask why they use their chosen means of transport, and collect their thoughts about walking and cycling in High Wycombe now and in the future.
The results will help Buckinghamshire Council develop a long-term Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan to encourage and support active travel in the town.
Nick Naylor, Cabinet Member for Transport, said the Wycombe-wide survey yourvoicebucks.citizenspace.com/integrated-transport/hw-lcwip-baseline which is open until Monday 17 August, was an important starting point to develop the plan.
"I know High Wycombe is hilly, but you still see many people cycling and walking, especially during lockdown in recent months," said Nick. "This is about making meaningful investment to provide an improved network and encourage more people to take up healthier means of travel.
"We want to make High Wycombe a more accessible area for residents and visitors, so it's important that people take part in this survey so that we catch their thoughts, opinions and feedback."
Nick said the project would examine gaps and barriers in the local network, explore opportunities for cycling and walking along key travel corridors, and identify projects that could be done quickly, as well as consider longer term aspirations.
In addition to the plan, a study would look at opportunities for a sustainable travel link between Handy Cross hub and Daws Hill.
The aim is to produce the plan by early 2021. When finished, it will guide negotiations with developers, and help funding applications to support improvements to walking and cycling in High Wycombe.
High Wycombe Travel Survey - Your Voice Bucks - Citizen Space
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Have your say on Your Voice BucksPress Release from Buckinghamshire Council
22 July 2020
Charges for council car parking to resume on 1 August 2020
Buckinghamshire Council provided free parking during the COVID crisis. Now restrictions are being lifted, parking charges are being reintroduced. From Saturday 1 August, everyone parking in a council car park or in a parking bay on the road, will be required to pay the required charge. The exceptions are blue badge holders, who may continue to park in designated bays.
As high streets have reopened and residents are returning to use shops, restaurants, etc., the resumption of charging is necessary to help manage traffic flows and improve pedestrian safety.
A range of health and safety measures in our car parks has been put in place to help reduce the spread of coronavirus, including marking out social distancing areas around ticket machines, and advisory signage. There will be an enhanced cleaning regime for ticket machines, lift buttons and other surfaces in high footfall areas. Buckinghamshire Council has introduced the option for ticketless pay and display in more car parks across the county via RingGo; and payment of parking fees using this contactless option is recommended.
David Martin, Buckinghamshire Council Cabinet Member for Logistics, said:
“The reintroduction of parking charges is a necessary part of the effective traffic management of our town centres as traffic levels continue to build. However, for the next few days, council car parking remains free for everyone; and I would encourage residents to make use of this facility to support local businesses.”
In recent months, the reduction in numbers of vehicles on the roads has seen measurable improvements in air quality, particularly in urban areas. To support residents who want to continue to cycle, additional secure bicycle parking is being provided at many locations and railway stations. There are also plans to introduce cycle lanes, where this is feasible, to separate cyclists from other road users.
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