The results of a public consultation on the Local Transport Plan, which will shape Liverpool City Region’s future transport network, have been revealed today.

The Local Transport Plan is central to Mayor Steve Rotheram’s ambitions to deliver a London-style transport network.

The consultation, which sought input from residents and stakeholders across the Liverpool City Region, garnered an overwhelming response, underscoring the public’s keen interest in shaping the future of local transport.

The consultation attracted 1,028 responses from residents, community groups, and transport users, marking a significant milestone in the development of the Local Transport Plan, which is a pivotal plan aimed at transforming transport services across the region.

The Combined Authority launched the consultation in an effort to ensure the region’s transport infrastructure is accessible, sustainable, and able to meet the diverse needs of its population.

The consultation responses highlighted a wide range of views and insights, providing the Combined Authority with robust data to inform the Local Transport Plan. The responses were well-represented across a variety of age groups, social backgrounds and abilities.

Key Findings and Priorities

The consultation responses have provided invaluable insights into the transportation needs and priorities of the Liverpool City Region community. Among the key themes identified by respondents were:

• Sustainable Travel: A strong desire for more eco-friendly transport options, including increased investment in cycling infrastructure and electric vehicle charging points.
• Accessibility: Calls for improvements to public transport services to ensure they are inclusive for individuals with disabilities and other accessibility needs.
• Reliability and Efficiency: A high demand for more reliable and timely public transport services, especially for areas currently underserved by buses and trains.
• Affordability: Concerns around the rising cost of transport, with many respondents advocating for cheaper fares and better value for money in the region’s transport offerings.
• Safety: covering both personal safety and on public transport.

Suggestions made during the consultation included:

• A request for safer travel options, especially for pedestrians and cyclists – including accessible pathways – in light of ongoing concerns about road safety.
• Further strengthen language around safety in policies and procedures
• Make firmer stances around the importance of staff presence, inclusive signage, and safe spaces
• Ensure the LTP aligns with other Combined Auhtority policies and strategies and informs operational services

The Combined Authority is committed to addressing these issues as part of the final version of the Local Transport Plan, which will be developed in collaboration with transport experts and local authorities.

The Combined Authority will now move forward with finalizing the plan, incorporating the views and concerns of the community to create a transportation system that benefits everyone in the Liverpool City Region.

A further update on the implementation of the plan and next stages will be announced later this year.

Councillor Steve Foulkes, Chair of Liverpool City Region Combined Authority Transport Committee, said: “We are grateful to everyone who took the time to contribute to the consultation. The feedback we received was invaluable in understanding the priorities and challenges faced by our residents,” said “This consultation marks a crucial step towards creating a greener, more inclusive, and reliable transport system that will serve the needs of our diverse communities for years to come.”

For more information on the Local Transport Plan and to view the full consultation report, please visit Local Transport Plan 4 | Liverpool City Region Combined Authority.