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Traffic Analysis
- Time saving is calculated from J10 to South of Evesham; so why does brochure say north of Evesham?
- In option B, what if anything happens to the section of the A435 between 7 bends and the TH roundabout. Will a weight limit/speed restriction be put in force?
- The traffic figures are not broken down into flows in either direction; can this be provided?
- There are no traffic figures for 2041, nor is it clear what assumptions were made about travel patterns from the garden village; can these be provided?
- Where is the traffic along the A46 travelling to and from?
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- Why does the current proposal rely so heavily on outdated facts and figures?
- What year’s data will be included in the next stage of option selection and shortlisting?
- How are turning counts taken and what are the results for the current engagement?
- How much more traffic will be on the small dualled part of A46 (if B is used) than on the A435 between Seven bends roundabout and Teddington Hands roundabout if A is used?
- If Option A, what is the projected increase in accidents on the A435?
- Option A would result in the volume of traffic using the A435 south of Teddington Hands roundabout increasing by over 15,000 vehicles per day; from 8.500 to c.24,000. On average (as we don't have the peak time data, nor the split north/south), this equates to an extra 10 vehicles per minute in each direction (or 16 in total), resulting in a vehicle every 4 seconds on average, it would be even worse at peak times. Do you agree that even with the proposed upgrade to the junction, this would effectively prevent access to and from Teddington village, or at the least make it extremely dangerous?
- Using Option 1, how much less (%) will projected traffic on the road decrease by? And is this traffic that will no longer come from M50/Tewkesbury town.
- The figure only provides total vehicle figures, there is no breakdown of type of vehicle. Specifically, there are no HGV flows; can these been provided?
- Why are traffic flows in the western section of the scheme lower than on the eastern section? Where is that additional traffic going?
- Why are traffic flows in the western section of the scheme lower than on the eastern section? Where is that additional traffic going?
- If J9 is considered currently too dangerous and this is sited as 1 justification for the new road, why does Option A propose shifting that traffic to a road (A435) measured as 10 times as dangerous? (Table 3-3 and 3-4 in Scheme context and existing conditions)?
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Route Options
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- What are the total estimated greenhouse gas emissions during construction (measured in CO₂e, NO₂, etc.)?
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- How long is the construction period expected to be for each potential route?
- What are the anticipated journey times for each of the proposed routes?
- What option analysis will be carries out before the next stage?
- How are turning counts taken and what are the results for the current engagement?
- How much more traffic will be on the small dualled part of A46 (if B is used) than on the A435 between Seven bends roundabout and Teddington Hands roundabout if A is used?
- Considering that Option A would impact a greater number of residents due to its proximity and associated pollution, how can it be justified as a viable choice during a declared climate emergency by both GCC and TBC, especially given the urgent need to address the climate crisis?
- The figure only provides total vehicle figures, there is no breakdown of type of vehicle. Specifically, there are no HGV flows; can these been provided?
- Why are traffic flows in the western section of the scheme lower than on the eastern section? Where is that additional traffic going?
- Planning and Build Timeline
Option A Design Considerations
- How will the Teddington Hands junction be upgraded to address the real concerns about safety and queuing when turning into and out of Teddington?
- Why is the legislation around the AONB (NNNPF) not given more prominence in the engagement brochure?
- What Noise impact assessments have been done?
- In Option A what will be the distance be between the new road East of the TH roundabout and the Teddington village playing fields?
- If Option A, will the A435 have to be elevated and if so, by how much?
- Will option B need to be as wide a road as option A?
- In option B, what if anything happens to the section of the A435 between 7 bends and the TH roundabout. Will a weight limit/speed restriction be put in force?
- If Option A, how will safe pedestrian access via the public right of way be provided from Teddington village to facilities at Teddington Hands roundabout?
- If Option A, can a footpath and cycleway be created on the A435 between Teddington junction and the Teddington hands roundabout?
- If Option A, how will the impact on residents of road closures and limited access during construction be managed/mitigated, given the limited alternative routes?
- With Option A - where will traffic be diverted to, should there be an incident that closes A435 between TH roundabout and 7 bends roundabout?
- If Option A, what is the projected increase in accidents on the A435?
- Option A would result in the volume of traffic using the A435 south of Teddington Hands roundabout increasing by over 15,000 vehicles per day; from 8.500 to c.24,000. On average (as we don't have the peak time data, nor the split north/south), this equates to an extra 10 vehicles per minute in each direction (or 16 in total), resulting in a vehicle every 4 seconds on average, it would be even worse at peak times. Do you agree that even with the proposed upgrade to the junction, this would effectively prevent access to and from Teddington village, or at the least make it extremely dangerous?
- Considering that Option A would impact a greater number of residents due to its proximity and associated pollution, how can it be justified as a viable choice during a declared climate emergency by both GCC and TBC, especially given the urgent need to address the climate crisis?
- How much more traffic will be on the small dualled part of A46 (if B is used) than on the A435 between Seven bends roundabout and Teddington Hands roundabout if A is used?
- Why are traffic flows in the western section of the scheme lower than on the eastern section? Where is that additional traffic going?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
- If Option A, what is the projected increase in accidents on the A435?
- If J9 is considered currently too dangerous and this is sited as 1 justification for the new road, why does Option A propose shifting that traffic to a road (A435) measured as 10 times as dangerous? (Table 3-3 and 3-4 in Scheme context and existing conditions)?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
Option B Design Considerations
- Why does the road between TH roundabout and the new roundabout west of TH roundabout, needs to be upgraded to dual-carriageway?
- Option B, what is the additional cost?
- Why is the legislation around the AONB (NNNPF) not given more prominence in the engagement brochure?
- Why is Option B incorporated with Option 1 only £20m more when other options are £50m more?
- Will option B need to be as wide a road as option A?
- In option B, what if anything happens to the section of the A435 between 7 bends and the TH roundabout. Will a weight limit/speed restriction be put in force?
- If Option A, how will the impact on residents of road closures and limited access during construction be managed/mitigated, given the limited alternative routes?
- Considering that Option A would impact a greater number of residents due to its proximity and associated pollution, how can it be justified as a viable choice during a declared climate emergency by both GCC and TBC, especially given the urgent need to address the climate crisis?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
Option 1
- Will option 1 limit the opportunity to build more homes and has this been factored into VfM?
- Using Option 1, how much less (%) will projected traffic on the road decrease by? And is this traffic that will no longer come from M50/Tewkesbury town.
- Why are traffic flows in the western section of the scheme lower than on the eastern section? Where is that additional traffic going?
- Why are traffic flows in the western section of the scheme lower than on the eastern section? Where is that additional traffic going?
A46
- Where is the traffic along the A46 travelling to and from?
- Are there plans available from Atkins for upgrading the current A46, as mentioned in one of the previous options? If so, could I please obtain a copy?
- How much more traffic will be on the small dualled part of A46 (if B is used) than on the A435 between Seven bends roundabout and Teddington Hands roundabout if A is used?
- The figure only provides total vehicle figures, there is no breakdown of type of vehicle. Specifically, there are no HGV flows; can these been provided?
- If J9 is considered currently too dangerous and this is sited as 1 justification for the new road, why does Option A propose shifting that traffic to a road (A435) measured as 10 times as dangerous? (Table 3-3 and 3-4 in Scheme context and existing conditions)?
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Environmental
- How will the Council’s Carbon Budget be allocated to this project?
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- How long is the construction period expected to be for each potential route?
- How are turning counts taken and what are the results for the current engagement?
- How much more traffic will be on the small dualled part of A46 (if B is used) than on the A435 between Seven bends roundabout and Teddington Hands roundabout if A is used?
- Using Option 1, how much less (%) will projected traffic on the road decrease by? And is this traffic that will no longer come from M50/Tewkesbury town.
- The figure only provides total vehicle figures, there is no breakdown of type of vehicle. Specifically, there are no HGV flows; can these been provided?
- Why are traffic flows in the western section of the scheme lower than on the eastern section? Where is that additional traffic going?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
- If Option A, what is the projected increase in accidents on the A435?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
Environmental Constraints
- Why is the legislation around the AONB (NNNPF) not given more prominence in the engagement brochure?
- In Option A what will be the distance be between the new road East of the TH roundabout and the Teddington village playing fields?
- Can and will Option B be designed to enhance biodiversity along the new road, including the addition of native trees, hedgerows, and ponds?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
Community Impact
- In Option A what will be the distance be between the new road East of the TH roundabout and the Teddington village playing fields?
- If Option A, how will safe pedestrian access via the public right of way be provided from Teddington village to facilities at Teddington Hands roundabout?
- If Option A, can a footpath and cycleway be created on the A435 between Teddington junction and the Teddington hands roundabout?
- If Option A, how will the impact on residents of road closures and limited access during construction be managed/mitigated, given the limited alternative routes?
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- What are the total estimated greenhouse gas emissions during construction (measured in CO₂e, NO₂, etc.)?
- If Option A, what is the projected increase in accidents on the A435?
- Option A would result in the volume of traffic using the A435 south of Teddington Hands roundabout increasing by over 15,000 vehicles per day; from 8.500 to c.24,000. On average (as we don't have the peak time data, nor the split north/south), this equates to an extra 10 vehicles per minute in each direction (or 16 in total), resulting in a vehicle every 4 seconds on average, it would be even worse at peak times. Do you agree that even with the proposed upgrade to the junction, this would effectively prevent access to and from Teddington village, or at the least make it extremely dangerous?
- How much more traffic will be on the small dualled part of A46 (if B is used) than on the A435 between Seven bends roundabout and Teddington Hands roundabout if A is used?
- The figure only provides total vehicle figures, there is no breakdown of type of vehicle. Specifically, there are no HGV flows; can these been provided?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
Flooding
- If Option A, will the A435 have to be elevated and if so, by how much?
- Can and will Option B be designed to enhance biodiversity along the new road, including the addition of native trees, hedgerows, and ponds?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
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Pollution
- In Option A what will be the distance be between the new road East of the TH roundabout and the Teddington village playing fields?
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- What year’s data will be included in the next stage of option selection and shortlisting?
- How long is the construction period expected to be for each potential route?
- Considering that Option A would impact a greater number of residents due to its proximity and associated pollution, how can it be justified as a viable choice during a declared climate emergency by both GCC and TBC, especially given the urgent need to address the climate crisis?
- How much more traffic will be on the small dualled part of A46 (if B is used) than on the A435 between Seven bends roundabout and Teddington Hands roundabout if A is used?
- Using Option 1, how much less (%) will projected traffic on the road decrease by? And is this traffic that will no longer come from M50/Tewkesbury town.
- Why are traffic flows in the western section of the scheme lower than on the eastern section? Where is that additional traffic going?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
Noise
- What Noise impact assessments have been done?
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
Light
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
Air
- How might increases in carbon values affect the Benefit-Cost Ratio of the project at GCC?
- How will the Council’s Carbon Budget be allocated to this project?
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- What are the total estimated greenhouse gas emissions during construction (measured in CO₂e, NO₂, etc.)?
- What is the projected or modelled annual increase in emissions (CO₂, NO₂, etc.) during operation?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
Run Off
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Cost Economics Value for Money
Costs
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Accountability and Oversight
- Who has the final say as to if the plan goes ahead and which route will be chosen?
- Considering the scale of this investment (over £950 million), has an analysis been conducted on the potential returns if these funds were directed toward alternative projects, such as Active Transport?
- What are the projected financial benefits for Gloucestershire, and what is the anticipated timeline for realising a return on investment?
- With all routes having a Benefit-Cost Ratio (BCR) of 2 or less, how does the council justify the significant expenditure on any of these proposals?
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Alternatives and Future Planning
- How much Garden Communities development has been assumed in the economic appraisal?
- Has a route option from Evesham direct to J8 been looked at and if not, why was it discounted? There is no mention of this option in the Option generation and sifting document.
- Considering the scale of this investment (over £950 million), has an analysis been conducted on the potential returns if these funds were directed toward alternative projects, such as Active Transport?
- Are there plans available from Atkins for upgrading the current A46, as mentioned in one of the previous options? If so, could I please obtain a copy?
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Homes Garden Communities Strategic and Local
- How much Garden Communities development has been assumed in the economic appraisal?
- Will option 1 limit the opportunity to build more homes and has this been factored into VfM?
- What are the projected financial benefits for Gloucestershire, and what is the anticipated timeline for realising a return on investment?
- How long is the construction period expected to be for each potential route?
- What mitigation measures, all forms of pollution, diversions etc, will be implemented during the construction of both Options A and B?
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Other
- When will the report on the public engagement results be produced?
- How are turning counts taken and what are the results for the current engagement?
- If Option A, what is the projected increase in accidents on the A435?
- The figure only provides total vehicle figures, there is no breakdown of type of vehicle. Specifically, there are no HGV flows; can these been provided?
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