Views sought on new transport strategy for Fife

People are being asked for their views about Fife Council's new Local Transport Strategy.

It's being developed and will set out the vision and action plan for transport in the Kingdom for the next decade.

The local authority wants the opinions of people who live, work or travel to and from the region to shape the approach.

This strategy aims to further develop local networks and services to create a modern transport system that supports the needs of everyone who travels in Fife. 

According to the council, transport in the Kingdom causes 2% of Scotland's entire carbon emissions, despite half of all journeys in Fife being short enough to be walked, cycled or wheeled in 15 minutes.

Councillor Altany Craik, Convener, Fife Council's Economy Convener, said: "Transport gives us access to work, education and essential services.

"It shapes the places we live, impacts our health and wellbeing, but it is also one of Fife’s biggest sources of carbon emissions.

"What are your challenges in moving around Fife?

"How would you like to get out and about in the future? 

We want to hear what matters to you.

"Your views, ideas and experiences will help us shape a fairer, greener and more accessible region. 

"Climate change, Covid-19 and new technologies, like electric vehicles, are changing how people and goods move about.

"The new strategy will also consider how we tackle these challenges."

An online survey can be taken on Fife Council's website.