Active Travel, Transport, Infrastructure and Utilities

Active Travel, Transport, Infrastructure and Utilities

National and Regional Transport Policy seeks to support the transition to a low carbon society and emphasises the need to reduce the demand for travel and the reliance on the private car in favour of public transport, car-pooling, cycling and walking. Travel trends for Castleconnell identify a dependency on car travel. The village experiences traffic congestion at times.

The potential for growth in Castleconnell will lead to additional demands on roads, water supply and sewerage treatment, energy supplies and telecommunication networks.  The increased demand for services must be considered in the content of reducing carbon emissions and promoting a more sustainable way of living, travelling and working. 

Q. What are the key transport and infrastructure related  issues facing Castleconnell?

Q. What additional infrastructure is required to support development in Castleconnell?

Q. How can energy conservation and alternative sources of renewable energy be encouraged?