"Streets Ahead"

CTC/CCN Conference

Sponsored by Urban Engineering

 

 

Hosted by Warrington Cycle Campaign

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Lutz Groll
John Adams
Tom Franklin
Peter Cox
Robin Ireland
Cliff Moughtin
Rod King

 


We are planning a very lively and informative agenda. Speakers have already been approached, and we are pleased to confirm that the following will be presenting.

Lutz Groll, Urban Planner, Hilden City Council. Hilden in Germany has achieved 24% of in town trips by cycle yet spends a fraction of most UK councils on facilities. Find out how Hilden has gained huge benefits in quality of life and better transport through addressing urban vehicle speed and sensible, yet inexpensive highway design. View Abstract

John Adams, Emeritus Professor in Geography at University College London. John’s views on risk have radically altered thinking on developing the urban environment. He is well known as an influential voice in debates on transport policy. View Abstract

Tom Franklin, Living Streets. Tom will develop the separate but often overlapping needs of cyclists and pedestrians. What’s good for cyclists, is often good for pedestrians and by working together then pedestrian and cycling campaigners can be more effective. View Abstract

Peter Cox, University of Chester. Peter’s current research profile centres mainly on cycling and society, applying social theory to a better understanding of why people take up cycling. He will also explore how the promotion of particular cycling such as leisure can have a negative impact on cycling for commuting and everyday transport. View Abstract

Robin Ireland, Chief Executive, Heart of Mersey. This charity has the objective of reducing coronary heart disease in Merseyside. Robin will discuss the role that he sees cycle promotion taking in the charities campaigns and activities. View Abstract

Cliff Moughtin, Emeritus Professor at Nottingham University. Cliff is renowned for his work on “green urban design” and this presentation goes further to show how future urban developments must include the bicycle as a central rather than peripheral consideration. View Abstract

Rod King, Warrington Cycle Campaign. Rod recently presented at Velo-City comparing cycle facilities in the UK and Northern Europe. His presentation will offer a view of the need to sell cycling to a much wider audience. Should cycle campaigners also realign their efforts in a co-ordinated way and concentrate on social rather than highway engineering? View Abstract

CTC/CCN. Hear about the latest issues from our cycling organisations

Full agenda  :-

Start Session Note
9:00 Registration and refreshments Tea, Coffee and Danish Pastries, etc
9:30 Opening Welcome from Warrington Borough Council  
9:40 Session 1 Lutz Groll, Hilden City Council -
Traffic Calming as  a fundamental element for successful bicycle promotion
10:00 Session 2 Peter Cox, University College, Chester -
Fit for Purpose - Why cycle promotion does not produce modal shift
10:20 Discussions 1 & 2  
10:50 Coffee/Tea Break  
11:20 Session 3 Tom Franklin, Living Streets -
Vive la difference!  Creating streets that are good for both cyclists and pedestrians
11:40 Session 4 Robin Ireland, Heart of Mersey -
Cycling and Public Health
12:00 Discussions 3 & 4  
12:30 Lunch  
1:30 Session 5 John Adams, University College, London -
Cycle lanes in urban areas: for and against
1:50 Session 6 Cliff Moughtin, Nottingham University -
Think Big : Think Bike
2:10 Discussions 5 & 6  
2:40 Coffee/Tea Break  
3:10 Session 7 Rod King, Warrington Cycle Campaign -
Moving cycling into the mainstream
3:30 Discussion  
3:50 CTC/CCN Update Roger Geffen, CTC
Latest news and updates
4:30 Conference Close  

Many thanks to Urban Engineering for their generous support to the conference. Urban Engineering produce excellent cycle storage and shelters as well as other street furniture. They work with Sustrans on improving cycle storage in schools and will be exhibiting at "Streets Ahead".

Please take a look at their website to view their product range and details of grant assistance for cycle facilities for schools.

Warrington Cycle Campaign has over 200 members and is committed to making better use of the roads for all sectors of the community. Our main objectives are:-
  • A safer environment by the adoption of a 20mph speed limit in all urban areas

  • On-road cycle training for all children

  • Developing the "Safe Routes to School" program

  • Better account taken for the needs of cyclists at road junctions and roundabouts

  • Responsible cycling - using lights at night and respecting pedestrians

Take a look at their website to view topical issues, etc

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