NTBCC submits deputation on CCWEL to George Street proposals

The New Town and Broughton Community Council has submitted a written deputation to be considered by the Transport and Environment Committee at their meeting on 30 January 2025. We have  raised concerns about the proposals for alternative active travel routes that may be required during the construction phase of the George Street and New Town Project including plans to introduce cycling contra-flow exemptions on four streets in our area. We consider that these plans will have an adverse impact on the safety of pedestrians and should not be progressed until a final decision is taken on the George Street and New Town Project.

The attached document provides more detail on our concerns and other issues that we have raised in our deputation. NTBCC Deputation to T&E Commitee Meeting 30_01_25 (CCWEL)

Edinburgh University Student undertaking Cycling Dissertation

Keping Li who is student on the University of Edinburgh BMedSci Physical Activity for Health programme has approached us to publicise a dissertation he is undertaking to look at cycling among ethnic minority groups. He is looking to recruit people to participate in his study. The following graphic provides more details of the study and contact details. Continue reading

NTBCC ordinary meeting minutes 9 September 2024

Minutes of New Town & Broughton Community Council’s ordinary meeting, via Zoom, on Monday 9 September 2024 at 7pm

Actions and decisions are red italic. ND (‘no dissent’) means that no-one spoke or voted against a decision.

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Trams to Newhaven Project – Road Safety Audit Report Published

The following is taken from a document issued by the Community Councils Together for Trams group following the recent publication of a report regarding the Trams to Newhaven Project Road Safety Audit.

The independent Stage 3 Road Safety Audit of the Trams to Newhaven project recommends 145 changes to improve the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and other road users. In their response, the Council (CEC) and the Contractor (SFN) have agreed to implement only 49.
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Electric cycles and the law: what you need to know

Adapted from this piece by Cycling UK

In brief: most e-bikes are legally just bikes. However, if an e-bike supplies electrical assistance when travelling at more than 25kph (15.5mph), has a motor which generates more than 250 Watts of power or motor assistance can be provided without the bike’s pedals being in motion, it will be legally treated as a moped or motorcycle. It will need to be registered with the DVLA, and the rider will need a driving license, insurance and to wear a helmet. Such e-bikes are not illegal, provided the relevant laws are followed. The full text of the article is below:


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NTBCC ordinary meeting minutes 10 June 2024

Minutes of New Town & Broughton Community Council’s ordinary meeting, at Drummond Room, Broughton St Mary’s church, on Monday 10 June 2024 at 7pm

Actions and decisions are red italic. ND (‘no dissent’) means that no-one spoke or voted against a decision.

URLs have been added by the minutes secretary.

The minutes of the 2024 AGM are still in draft status, so are only available as a PDF.

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NTBCC ordinary meeting minutes 13 May 2024

Minutes of New Town & Broughton Community Council’s meeting, online via Zoom, on Monday 13 May 2024 at 7pm

Actions and decisions are red italic. ND (‘no dissent’) means that no-one spoke or voted against a decision.

URLs have been added by the minutes secretary. Continue reading