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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