READ: We need to send the message that public transport really matters by making it safe, easy to use and part of the neighbourhood.
Who would argue that great public transport isn’t something every big town and city needs? Despite this, many cities are dogged by years of poor planning, low investment and lack of political will. The result? Car-choked cities, congestion and limited opportunities for people to live healthy and active lives.
Such gains don’t come from building more roads. What is needed are public transport networks that work, and improved conditions for walking and cycling. The task might seem impossible - it’s not, but it does require some decision making. Here are four key things we need to focus on. The Italians use Limited Access Zones whereby access by private vehicles are restricted to local residents and commercial vehicles via permit systems, with very little through traffic. Some towns in Belgium have people circulation systems that only give direct access to walkers, cyclists and public transport users ensuring the latter is reliable and competitive.
While there are many different approaches, the key is to acknowledge there are parts of every town and city where place trumps movement, and where all modes need to slow down to allow our communities and villages to live. Eyes on the street Transport is a gendered issue. While data on gender and transport use is very limited in Ireland, we know that safety is almost always one of the biggest issues for women. How women use or don't use transport, including at night compared to the day, is an ultimate indicator of the 'health’ of the system.
Stations and stops that inspire The Victorians knew the importance of making beautiful train stations and the feeling that taking a train is something special. The passenger can feel that real sense of place as the train pulls into Dublin's Heuston and Connolly or Cork's Kent stations. The Luas tram service in Dublin passes by some great old stations but also benefits from good stop design and maintenance.
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