To consider the submitted report on the proposed amendment to the Byelaws in respect of parks and pleasure grounds.

The Council considered the submitted report on amendments to byelaws in Torbay to allow cyclists to use parks and pleasure grounds on designated routes.  The proposal sought to assist with the promotion of cycling in Torbay as a method of sustainable travel that will reduce traffic congestion and improve the general health of residents and visitors.

It was proposed by Councillor Excell and seconded by Councillor Hill:

(i)                 that Torbay Council begin a period of consultation to consider whether the Secretary of State should be asked to approve an amendment to the existing byelaw in order to allow cycling in Torbay Parks and Pleasure Grounds, on designated routes only;

(ii)               that if, following consultation, no objections are received the recommendation will be passed to the Secretary of State for consideration;  and

(iii)             that if any objections are received the Executive Head of Residents and Visitor Services, in consultation with the Executive Lead for Safer Communities and Transport, be delegated authority to consider and determine the objections before proceeding to the Secretary of State.

On being put to the vote, the motion was declared carried.