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Rights of Way Improvement Plans

<p id=“task_139_ID_1”><span style=“font-weight:bold;”></span> Local highway authorities are required to publish Rights of Way Improvement Plans (RoWIPs) by November 2007.&nbsp; The purpose is to improve Rights of Way with new links, better information and management, in order to benefit pedestrians, cyclists, equestrians and people with mobility difficulties. </p>

<p id=“task_139_ID_2”><span style=“font-weight:bold;”></span> The preparation and adoption of RoWIPs, and their integration with our LTP2, will provide another opportunity to maximise benefits.&nbsp; Greater use of Rights of Ways will reduce congestion and improve accessibility to local facilities and public transport; as well as contribute towards cleaner air, safer roads and better quality of life. </p> <p id=“task_139_ID_3”><span style=“font-weight:bold;”></span> Officers responsible for the LTP and Rights of Ways are working together to ensure that all the&nbsp; RoWIPs are closely integrated with each other and the LTP2.&nbsp; Officers are also working with adjoining county councils to ensure that Rights of Ways which cross administrative boundaries&nbsp;are fully incorporated into each RoWIP.&nbsp; More information about RoWIPs can be found in the Annexes. </p>