Agenda item

Report of the Director of Markets and Consumer Protection.

A report of the Director of Markets and Consumer Protection was considered which proposed mechanisms for ensuring that the environmental impact of development was mitigated as far as was practicable.

Discussion took place in respect of noise disturbance at the Barbican from both external and internal works.

One Member informed he had received some written concerns from members of the public regarding road works and associated traffic congestion in the City.  There was particular concern regarding the construction site on Bishopsgate and the works on Broad Street and Cannon Street.  It was agreed to refer this matter to the Planning and Transportation Committee. 

The Director informed Members that as a way of managing traffic problems in the City, work permits were issued to spread work throughout the year.

RESOLVED – That,

a)     the proposals set out in paragraphs 18 – 21 of the report be approved; and

b)     the concerns raised in respect of road works and associated traffic congestion in the City be referred to the Planning and Transportation Committee.