Hospitality |
Cafes, restaurants and pubs will gain because local people will be able to access them by foot and bicycle. Everyone, both local and visitors, will find it a pleasure to eat and drink at these establishments when there is less motorised traffic. Sitting outside will be much more attractive as well. |
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Tourism |
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The area has considerable tourist potential with Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the south and the South Downs National Park to the north. Let’s give tourism a boost. |
Small business |
There are a number of small shops on the route but they are struggling. Each village should be a community hub where people meet and do business. |
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Environment |
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The Chemroute Vision approach tackles the problems of traffic noise and emissions. It will be a beacon project for a south coast cycle route that can contribute to climate change targets. |
Funding |
The Chemroute Vision proposes that Highways England deploy money from two budgets: the cycle track improvements and the the A27 upgrade. By combining these resources a long term transport solution for Chichester and its surrounding communities is attainable. |