Decision details

Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Economy, Transport and Environment regarding the Waterside transport strategy.

With reference to the report, the Director of Economy, Transport and Environment gave an update on the strategy for transport in the Waterside area. Progress on the Freeport application and the importance of transport to its success was highlighted, as were a number of implications of development of the Waterside line. Proposals to support the Hythe and Gosport ferries were drawn to Cabinet’s attention and supported on the basis that support would be match-funded.

Members noted the significance of the Freeport and the importance of the County Council taking a leading role in it through a multi-modal transport strategy, to mirror the transport package that supported Farnborough International in the north of the County. It was recognised that this also positioned the County Council to take a lead on post-Covid economic recovery.

The recommendations set out in the report were considered and agreed. Councillor Heron abstained from voting due to his Personal Interest in the item (Minute 240 refers). A decision record is attached to these minutes.