Congleton Neighbourhood Plan Regulation 16 Consultation
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Congleton Neighbourhood Plan Regulation 16 Consultation
Submitted Plan
Representation ID: 54
Received: 17/10/2025
Respondent: National Highways
Good morning
Thank you for consulting National Highways on the Regulation 15 Submission Version of the Congleton Neighbourhood Plan. We welcome the opportunity to comment on policies and aspirations relating to transport and connectivity.
Strategic Road Network (SRN) Context
Congleton lies approximately 6 km from M6 Junction 17 via the A534, with the A54 providing access to Junction 18. While the Neighbourhood Plan area does not directly interface with the SRN, cumulative development in and around Congleton could influence traffic flows on these corridors. We therefore support the Plan’s emphasis on sustainable growth and reducing reliance on private car use, consistent with NPPF paragraphs 109 and 111 and DfT Circular 01/2022.
Walking and Cycling Strategy (Policy 7)
We welcome the commitment to active travel and integration with the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP). This aligns with National Highways’ ambition to promote sustainable travel as part of our Net Zero Highways Plan and the need for a vison-led approach to planning. While these measures primarily serve local movement, they also help reduce longer-distance car trips that could otherwise affect the SRN.
Sustainable and Public Transport (Policy 8)
The focus on improving public transport connectivity and preparing Travel Plans is supported. These measures will help manage travel demand and reduce car dependency, indirectly supporting the efficient operation of the SRN.
Summary
National Highways supports the principles set out in the Neighbourhood Plan to promote sustainable transport and active travel. While direct impacts on the SRN are expected to be limited, we encourage continued application of robust transport assessments for major schemes and early engagement where proposals could influence traffic flows on the A534/A54 corridors or M6 Junctions 17 and 18.
Kind regards
Adam
Adam Johnson | Spatial Planner
Cheshire | Merseyside | Greater Manchester
Spatial Planning Team, North West Operations
National Highways | Piccadilly Gate | Store Street | Manchester | M1 2WD
Tel: +44 (0) 7917 426 500
Web: http://www.nationalhighways.co.uk/
Good morning
Thank you for consulting National Highways on the Regulation 15 Submission Version of the Congleton Neighbourhood Plan. We welcome the opportunity to comment on policies and aspirations relating to transport and connectivity.
Strategic Road Network (SRN) Context
Congleton lies approximately 6 km from M6 Junction 17 via the A534, with the A54 providing access to Junction 18. While the Neighbourhood Plan area does not directly interface with the SRN, cumulative development in and around Congleton could influence traffic flows on these corridors. We therefore support the Plan’s emphasis on sustainable growth and reducing reliance on private car use, consistent with NPPF paragraphs 109 and 111 and DfT Circular 01/2022.
Walking and Cycling Strategy (Policy 7)
We welcome the commitment to active travel and integration with the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP). This aligns with National Highways’ ambition to promote sustainable travel as part of our Net Zero Highways Plan and the need for a vison-led approach to planning. While these measures primarily serve local movement, they also help reduce longer-distance car trips that could otherwise affect the SRN.
Sustainable and Public Transport (Policy 8)
The focus on improving public transport connectivity and preparing Travel Plans is supported. These measures will help manage travel demand and reduce car dependency, indirectly supporting the efficient operation of the SRN.
Summary
National Highways supports the principles set out in the Neighbourhood Plan to promote sustainable transport and active travel. While direct impacts on the SRN are expected to be limited, we encourage continued application of robust transport assessments for major schemes and early engagement where proposals could influence traffic flows on the A534/A54 corridors or M6 Junctions 17 and 18.
Kind regards
Adam
Adam Johnson | Spatial Planner
Cheshire | Merseyside | Greater Manchester
Spatial Planning Team, North West Operations
National Highways | Piccadilly Gate | Store Street | Manchester | M1 2WD
Tel: +44 (0) 7917 426 500
Web: http://www.nationalhighways.co.uk/
