We are consulting on the admissions scheme and proposed changes to school admissions policies.
These proposals relate only to voluntary-controlled and community schools for 2021 entry. We are also consulting on setting the relevant areas for 2022.
Each year we update the admissions arrangements for the schools we are the admission authority for (voluntary-controlled and community schools). ...More
We are proposing to introduce traffic-calming on Reedham Road, Burnham and would like to hear your views on this proposal. This public consultation is part of planning application 17/01126/FUL.
The proposed traffic-calming feature will be a single 'build-out' on the road. It will be constructed and funded by the developers of 24 Britwell Road, as part of their wider highway works. These works will include:
constructing a new site access with dropped kerbs and...More
The A355 Improvement Project has delivered a number of changes along Amersham Road in Beaconsfield.
To complete this scheme we are required to implement a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) to enforce the necessary restrictions. We are now conducting a statutory consultation and invite your comments.
Please see the attached plans and documents for more information. In summary we propose to:
introduce a 30 mph speed limit along ...More
We have put in place a trial right-turn ban from Douglas Road (A4157) into Stocklake, Aylesbury.
With a new housing development in the area, we believe this will improve traffic flow and increase road safety.
We are seeking views on this change before we consider whether the arrangement should be made permanent.
Let us have your views by completing the online survey below. Or, you can contact us by:
email at tfbschemesdelivery@buckscc.gov.uk or
post to Network...More
We are consulting on proposed changes to the Buckinghamshire Permit Scheme. Permit Schemes enable Highway Authorities to manage and co-ordinate road works to minimise disruption.
This means that companies needing to complete road works must apply and pay for a permit.
Currently, our permit scheme requires permits for works on the busiest roads only. We are proposing to extend the permit scheme to all roads in the county.
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We’re inviting you to let us know how safe you feel in Buckinghamshire.
Your views on crime, anti-social behaviour, drugs and alcohol, will help us shape priorities for the new Safer Buckinghamshire Community Safety Partnership.
It will help the Partnership’s work over the next year to make Buckinghamshire a safer place to be.
The new Partnership will come into effect from April 2020, in line with the creation of the new...More
We are proposing a 'freight zone' scheme to reduce HGV traffic in the Cheddington, Ivinghoe and Mentmore area. If you live, work or run a business in the area, we'd like to hear your views on the proposals.
Proposed boundaries for the 'freight zone' are east of the A418, north of the A41 and west of the B489. These are shown in Map 1 below - this map is higher quality than the one within the survey so we recommend you view Map 1 before starting the survey.
Road monitoring in...More
You are invited to comment on our proposals for parking restrictions around St. John’s C of E Primary School.
We’ve worked with the school, parish councillors and the local county councillor to draft these proposals. The aim is to make the roads safer for everyone and easier for emergency vehicle access.
We are proposing double yellow lines on one side of Main Road to prevent dangerous and inconsiderate parking.
We also propose small...More
In the first informal consultation of this parking review, we asked for feedback from residents of 49 roads in Amersham, Old Amersham, Chesham Bois and Penn.
We produced a document outlining those findings . Proposals for some roads will go forward to the formal consultation stage and we have removed other roads from the parking review altogether. We are now asking for comments on revised proposals for the remaining 17 roads.
Full details about the review are available...More
Buckinghamshire County Council wants to help young people (0-25 years) with learning disabilities and their families prepare for adulthood.
This is the time in a young person’s life sometimes called ‘transition’ or 'growing up’.
We want young people with learning disabilities to be as ready as they can be for adulthood. To do this we need to know what matters to them.
Preparation for adulthood can start at any time, but usually no later than 14 years. It is a...More
We would like to hear your views on our proposals to introduce traffic-calming on Dadford Road in Dadford. This public consultation is part of planning application number 16/02745/AOP.
The developers of land at Silverstone Park, Dadford Road, Biddlesden will fund and complete the construction. The work will consist of:
a raised zebra crossing with ramps either side to slow vehicles
a raised area of road with ramps either end at the...More
Over the past few months we’ve been listening to children and young people, their parents, carers and families, to understand their needs and aspirations for the future.
We’ve also worked with professionals from health services, education, social care and the voluntary sector, gathering their ideas.
In this consultation, we now invite you to comment on the work we’ve done so far, which will be the basis for a new SEND and Inclusion...More
We are consulting on plans for a new primary academy as part of the Kingsbrook urban extension to the east of Aylesbury.
Kingsbrook is made up of three distinct villages, Oakfield Village, Orchard Green and Canal Quarter (Village 3). The proposed academy site is located in Village 3, south of Bellingham Way, also known as the Stocklake Link Road.
This is an informal public consultation and is being used as a pre-planning application engagement phase.
It will...More
The Wednesday food market in Winslow has become very popular during the Coronavirus crisis. More and more local people are choosing to buy fresh food there.
We want to understand how we can improve the market to meet your needs, now and in the future. Please take a couple of minutes to let us know your views by completing the short survey below.
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We are working with the Parish Councils of Chalfont St Giles and Chalfont St Peter to review current on-street parking restrictions in various locations. In this review we aim to achieve a balance between parking needs and road safety.
During the informal consultation stage we put forward some initial proposals. We have used the responses we received to draw up revised proposals and now invite you to let us have your views.
The proposals vary at different...More
Due to social distancing and travel restrictions that are in place as a result of Coronavirus, areas of outstanding natural beauty across Buckinghamshire have become even more popular than usual. This includes our country parks.
Most of these sites have limited parking and as a result, people are parking in locations that may obstruct access for emergency vehicles.
We propose to address this problem by preventing stopping or parking at any time on specific...More
This is the final, statutory consultation phase of the Amersham Parking Review 2020. This review covers Amersham, Chesham Bois and Penn. It is your final opportunity to comment on the proposals before they become legal parking controls.
The proposals have been through informal consultation with local residents, businesses, schools and other interested parties.
We have taken on board the feedback we received and amended the proposals throughout the review. T ...More
We would like to hear your views on our proposal to introduce traffic-calming and speed restrictions on Aylesbury Road, Cuddington. We believe this will benefit the local community by reducing the speed of vehicles approaching the village.
This statutory consultation proposes the following changes.
a traffic-calming build-out near to the Spickett's Lane junction
extension of the 30 mph speed limit to the Spickett’s Lane junction ...More
We would like to hear from you about how the Coronavirus pandemic and lockdown are affecting your health and wellbeing. This information will help us plan local recovery in Buckinghamshire.
If you are over 18, please complete our online survey below. It will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. Please answer all the questions, it will really help us support your health and wellbeing needs.
We will analyse the responses and publish the findings on our health &...More
We would like to hear from you about our proposed Post-16 Transport Policy Statement for 2020-2021. We are keen to receive feedback from parents, carers, young people and learning providers.
What a Post-16 Transport Policy Statement is
There is no automatic entitlement to free transport for students aged over 16. The purpose of the Policy Statement is to set out what transport support is available for students aged 16+ so they can attend their place of...More
In this consultation, we invite you to comment on proposed changes to the junction of Crest Road and John Hall Way (A4010) in High Wycombe. These plans are part of the future development of the Cressex Island site (the former park-and-ride car park).
We plan to replace the current roundabout with a traffic-light controlled junction to improve the junction’s capacity, create a better traffic flow and reduce congestion.
The junction will also include...More
We would like to hear your views on our proposal for traffic-calming on Rutland Street in High Wycombe.
The proposed traffic-calming structure would be a flat-top road hump. The company that are developing Buckingham House on Desborough Road will fund and construct the road hump.
It will be part of their highway works on Rutland Street, which include:
two new access points into the development on Rutland Street
upgraded...More
If you travel around High Wycombe, we’d like to hear about your current travel habits, and your thoughts on walking and cycling in the town.
We are working with Arup - specialists in active travel projects – to develop a walking and cycling network plan for the High Wycombe area.
The information we gather will be used, along with other research, to inform the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP).
The plan will be developed over the next 6...More
If you’re a local resident, business or visitor to Kingsbury or Market Square in Aylesbury, please read on.
We are planning to investing £4.5 million to help improve the quality and usability of both public spaces, and we'd like to hear your views and ideas about it.
The aim is to create a more attractive environment for everyone within these historic, town centre spaces.
The heritage features will be preserved, but there will be a...More
Last year, the field between Horns Lane and Linnet Close was allocated for housing in Wycombe District Council’s Local Plan. Buckinghamshire Council is now responsible for implementing the Local Plan for future growth.
Since then, we’ve been working on proposals for 62 new homes here, and are now in a position to share these with you.
Buckinghamshire Council owns the site and we are proposing this development in response to an urgent need for new homes in the area.
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Burnham Beeches Special Area of Conservation is a nature reserve and ancient woodland in the south of the county. The council looks at different ways to help preserve and protect this significant and historic site.
One measure we are proposing is through a Draft Supplementary Planning Document that will guide housing development around the site. The guidance would apply to a 5.6 kilometre area stretching out from the site boundary.
This document sets out our plans to protect...More
We are proposing to introduce traffic-calming in Buckingham Town Centre and invite you to comment on the proposals. We are planning to introduce a raised speed-table and to prioritise traffic approaching from West Street.
We believe these measures will improve safety for motorists, pedestrian and cyclists. The work will involve:
i nstalling a raised speed-table on the High Street at the traffic-light crossing near Jardine’s...More
We are working with Gerrards Cross Town Council to review current on-street parking restrictions in Gerrards Cross. The aim of the review is to achieve a balance between parking needs and road safety in the town.
At this ‘informal consultation’ stage we are putting forward some initial proposals. We invite local residents and other interested parties to let us have your views on the proposals. No decision has been made at this point.
The proposals vary at...More
This consultation is about our proposal to amend the existing order to add Handy Cross park-and-ride car park in High Wycombe.
The aim is to ensure availability of parking for all users, whilst continuing to support sustainable transport.
Please see the attached documents for more details.
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This survey is about the existing Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) in Winslow and Steeple Claydon. The order is due to expire in October 2020 and we would like to know what you think about extending it beyond that date.
PSPOs provide us with legal powers to deal with a particular nuisance or problem in a defined area. It will relate to a problem that negatively affects the quality of life for the local community. The order imposes conditions on the use of that...More