Duke Street Active Travel Scheme
We Asked
We asked for your feedback on proposals to improve active travel facilities along Duke Street, covering parts of Bidston & St. James and Claughton Wards. The scheme aims to enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists through measures such as new signalised crossings, improved cycle lane segregation, updated road markings, and amendments to parking restrictions. These improvements are designed to support regeneration by strengthening connections between Wirral Waters, Birkenhead Park, and the rail station. This consultation follows an earlier engagement in 2021 and reflects an expanded scope. It is part of a statutory process due to proposed changes to traffic regulations and is funded through national and regional active travel programmes.
You Said
You told us your views on the Duke Street Active Travel Scheme, with responses showing a fairly even split. Of the 88 people who took part, 46.6% supported the proposals while 53.4% objected. Supporters mainly welcomed the improvements for cyclist safety, with over 70% of positive comments highlighting this benefit. Those opposed were most concerned about the potential negative impact on local businesses, particularly due to the loss of parking spaces.
We Did
At 16/06/2025 - Environment, Climate Emergency and Transport Committee meeting, the project was approved.
