Hi
i have to say as a visually impaired person, shared spaces are totally
confusing and difficult to orientate/navigate through and sometimes know
where to walk safely.
So I agree discussion points should be raised.
regards
liz Porter
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From: "Flick Harris" <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, May 23, 2016 10:43 PM
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Proper message! re shared space and driverless cars (Queen's
Speech)
> Hi,
>
> My previous message reminded me that I meant to post the following
> message.
>
> Just wondered if anyone had noticed that the Queen's Speech included
>
> "My ministers will ensure the United Kingdom is at the forefront of
> technology for new forms of transport, including autonomous and electric
> vehicles."
> https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/queens-speech-2016
>
> Driverless cars require traffic lights, kerbs and road markings to assist
> the cars in identifying the routes.
> http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/motoringvideo/11308777/How-do-driverless-cars-work.html
>
> So, will the "trendy" urban designers, promoting shared space without
> kerbs, road markings and crossings be forced to rethink their promotion of
> shared space e.g. Poynton, promoted by the Urban Design Group and others.
> So much for the argument of pedestrians negotiating with drivers, when the
> driver is not in control! Of course this government favours the free
> market etc so probably both developments will carry on happening but a
> large number of car companies have already invested in this area.
>
> I think this is an important element in the arguments against future and
> existing shared schemes.
>
> Best wishes
>
> Flick
> Manchester Disabled People's Access Group
>
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