I support the proposal to construct the network of cycle paths as shown in the Local Plan Policies Map as a safe cycle network linking communities and facilities, is essential to encouraging utility and leisure cycling, with the proven attendant health and environmental benefits. The creation of new off road routes also benefits pedestrians.

I also support policy T3 [Planning Strategy] and the other measures to improve sustainable transport.

Suggested amendments to the cycle network routes:

1. The section from Waterworks Road to Hughenden Road at the bottom of Ore Valley should be altered to run alongside the railway line and up the embankment to Mount Pleasant Road. and from there to Hughenden Road, rather than via Baldslow Road. The alternative route is included in the audit of possible routes completed in 2008.

2. My preferred route from NCN2 on the seafront would be via Robertson Street, crossing Harold Place and proceeding via Station Road and Middle Street to Hastings Railway Station, Middle Street being much quieter.