Policy library
We want our streets to be enjoyable spaces for everyone. The policies that come out of regional, national and UK government have a massive impact on how our streets are designed, maintained, and used.
Here you can read our policy papers, consultation responses and research reports to find out more about what Living Streets thinks about all of the issues affecting pedestrians in the UK.
Policy briefings | Research reports | Consultation responses | Scotland consultation responses | London consultation responses | Conference presentations | Toolkits
Policy briefings
Living Streets policy paper 02/09, 20 mph brings streets to life. Updated August 2011.
Policy briefing on inequalities on Scotland’s streets
Living Streets policy paper 01/09, Naked Streets
A comprehensive literature review of the health, economic, environmental and social benefits
Pedestrians and cyclists policy briefing
Living Streets policy paper 03/09, Pedestrians and Cyclists
Our vision for the future of London's streets
Our policies for the 2011 Scottish Parliament election for safe, attractive and enjoyable streets around Scotland
Living Streets looks into how driving our children to school can adversely affect both social development and "road sense" (2008).
Living Streets policy paper 01/10, Parking and the Pedestrian
2011 Scottish Parliament Living Streets Manifesto
Parents and schools need safe communities and sensible environments if we’re to realise a vision that every child who can walk to school, does. Our new policy paper looks at what needs to change to make streets better for walking to school.
Crossing the street, Living Streets' policy briefing on crossings, June 2011
Research reports
This Living Streets report looks at how approaches to street management can have a real impact on local environments, and brings together examples of initiatives and projects led by councils across the country which have delivered better quality streets and value for money. Download the report
Making the Case for Investment in the Walking Environment
This report, by the University of the West of England on behalf of Living Streets, brings together robust, referenced evidence on the importance of walking and the economic, environmental, health, social and road safety benefits of investing in an improved walking environment. Download the full report, summary report or evidence tables.
This report looks at the habits, concerns and fears of over 2,000 children aged 7-14 when it comes to their walk to school, and proposes ways to break down the barriers.
Is it safe to let our children walk to school?
A survey by Living Streets and Parentline Plus found parents face barriers preventing them from allowing their children to walk to school, including the fear of abduction.
80th aniversary of Living Streets: No ball games here.
How UK streets have become no-go areas for our communities. A report to mark the 80th anniversary of Living Streets August 2009
Living Streets looks into how driving our children to school can adversely affect both social development and "road sense" (2008).
Submission to National Institute of Clinical Excellence on walking and cycling
Review of Living Streets' walking interventions and implications for public health policy
Consultation responses
2013
Living Streets response to DfT Consultation on Integrated Transport Block Funding
Living Streets response to DCLG consultation on the Review of Planning Practice Guidance
2012
Extending Permitted Development Rights for householders and businesses
Living Streets Submission to the Growth and Infrastructure Bill Committee
Living Streets' response to Welsh Government - Draft Road Safety Delivery Plan consultation
Living Streets' response to APPCG inquiry - Get Britain Cycling
Living Streets Response to Towards a new Road Safety Action Plan for London: 2020
Living Streets response to CPS consultation-prosecuting bad driving
Living Streets Response to the Consultation on Active Travel (Wales) Bill
Living Streets Response_ Dft's speed limit circular
Living Streets Response to NICE - Obesity - Working with local communities
Living Streets Response - Youth Select Committee Call for Evidence on Transport
Living Streets response to NICE consultation on the Draft Guidance - Walking and cycling
Living Streets response to CLG re-use of existing buildings consultation
Response to House of Lords Science Committee inquiry into behavioural change
Response to Department for Transport consultation on street works permit scheme approval processes
Response to Department for Transport proposals on devolving major scheme funding
Response to Department of Health draft guidance on Joint Strategic Needs Assessment
2011
Living Streets initial response to development of the National Planning Policy Framework
Response to House of Commons Transport Committee inquiry into effective road and traffic management
Response to 'Healthy Lives, Healthy People' Public Health White Paper
Response to Department for Transport consultation on road network policy
Response to House of Commons Health Committee's inquiry on Public Health
Response to Department of Business Innovation and Skills / Mary Portas review of High Streets
Response to Department for Transport consultation on changes to the National Travel Survey
Response to Department for Transport consultation on lane rental schemes in England
Response to National Planning Policy Framework final consultation draft October 2011
Pre 2011
Response to NHS White Paper and related consultations October 2010
Response to House of Commons Transport Committee on drink and drug driving law August 2010
Response to House of Commons Transport Committee inquiry on Transport and the Economy September 2010
A Safer Way: Living Streets' response to the government's road safety consultation
Scotland consultation responses
2013
Cycling Action Plan for Scotland (CAPS) refresh
Scottish planning pollicy review
2012
National Planning Framework 3
Infrastructure and Capital Investment Committee: Evidence on Draft Budget 2013/14
Responsible parking (Scotland) bill
Drink driving consultation response
2011
Scottish Budget response
Pavement parking bill consultation response
110203 SOAs and active travel Living Streets review
2014 Transport strategic plan response
Living Streets evidence to committee on draft budget 2012-13
2010
Inquiry into Transport and Land Use Submission
Obesity debate briefing
Blue badge reform consultation response
Central Scotland Green Network consultation response
Sustainable Land Users response
2009
Gogar Rail Interchange Planning Application consultation response
Access to rail stations consultation response
Cycling Action Plan Scotland consultation response
Low carbon vehicle consultation response
Scottish Parliament Active Travel Inquiry consultation response
Scottish planning policy consultation response
Scottish road safety briefing
Climate change bill response 2009
pre 2009
Disabled persons' parking Scotland bill response 2007
Hi trans regional strategy Living Streets Forum response 2006
Hi trans regional strategy response 2006
National transport strategy response 2006
Public transport users committee for Scotland response 2006
Scottish road strategy response 2006
SESTRANS regional transport strategy response 2007
TACTRAN regional transport strategy response 2007
Transport bill response 2004
West Edinburgh planning framework response
London consultation responses
2009:
Outer London Commission joint response
London Plan response
Mayor's Transport Strategy statement of intent: our response
Living Streets response to the Mayor's 'Way to Go!' transport strategy 2009
Response to London Assembly consultation on Oxford Street area
2010:
Living Streets response to consultation on Congestion Charge WEZ August 2010
Living Streets response to London Assembly Review of Child Obesity in London
Response to London Air Quality Strategy consultation
Response to London Air Quality Strategy consultation (local measures)
Response to London Assembly investigation on management of public space
2011:
Response to London Assembly review of community involvement in planning in London
Conference presentations
Making the case for investment in the public realm
Putting transport plans into practice in the current climate
Department for Transport shared space presentation
Creating healthy, sustainable developments through planning
How to create resilient local economies
Securing funding and partnerships with the private sector workshop
Toolkits
Our 'Reclaim Your Streets' toolkit is made up of a number of practical tools to enable local people to create more walking friendly streets and public spaces. Divided up into three sections, it has a number of resources available to support you to promote local walking, assess your environment and take action.
Download the toolkit
