Herne Bay road plans revised to remove plaza

The plans have been revised to remove a plaza and some restrictions on traffic

People in a seaside town in Kent are being asked their views on changes to controversial plans for the town's roads.

Kent County Council's original scheme for Herne Bay included the creation of a plaza and traffic calming measures, with the closure of part of Central Parade to vehicles, to encourage more cycling and walking.

Some critics said it would physically divide the town, and in January a public meeting was abandoned due to too many attendants.

The revised plans include removing the plaza and allowing two-way traffic on Central Parade to continue.

This recommendation was submitted to the council's cabinet member for highways and transport, Neil Baker, by a working group consisting of members of the public, council officers and elected members.

Mr Baker said: “I’d like to thank residents and businesses who have been patient while a structured review has been undertaken.

"While it is impossible to please everybody, the proposals are balanced and have considered numerous views to reach this point.

“I am keen that we can be in a position to make any changes that come out of the consultation in good time for the peak summer season."

The consultation is open until 27 May and can be viewed and completed here.