Bristol locals have slammed plans for a 'liveable neighbourhood' as "discriminatory" against people with mobility issues and families with young children. A public meeting was held in Barton Hill tonight (July 4) for residents affected by the new proposals to meet with organisers.
Plans for the liveable neighbourhood scheme were unveiled this year. Motor traffic would be proposed to be banned from driving through several roads in Barton Hill, Redfield and St George from this autumn, in a bid to prevent rat-running and traffic in residential areas to make cycling and walking safer.
Residents have previously raised concerns about the East Bristol scheme, with some locals worrying about access for disabled people and people who may rely on their cars. Speaking in a public meeting in Barton Hill, one resident said she does consider the scheme "discriminatory".
