Agenda item

Report of the Commissioner of Police.

The Committee received a report of the Commissioner of Police which provided an update in relation to road traffic casualties and collisions along with measures in place to mitigate the risks of these. The report also included updates around the Force’s partnership working and outcomes.

Members discussed the Police education and enforcement activities and the ongoing work towards impacting on a reduction in collisions and casualties. Members noted that current activity included a continuing speed enforcement campaign and Operation Roadsense that was held in May.  Members were keen to ensure that Officers worked with the Community Safety Partnership and the Business Engagement team on future campaigns.

In response to a question, Members were informed that the matter of traffic congestion, particularly at junctions would be raised with Transport for London.

Members discussed the issues of cyclists and the possibilities of introducing a byelaw to discourage cyclists from using electronic equipment whilst cycling, however, consideration must be given to the implications of traffic flow and management and how this would be enforced.

In response to the discussion, it was agreed to undertake a piece of work around a pedestrian prevention strategy and consider alternative options for advertising future campaigns such as using City A.M.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.