UK local authority attitudes to Park and Ride |
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Authors: | Stuart Meek Stephen Ison Marcus Enoch |
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Affiliation: | Transport Studies Group, Department of Civil and Building Engineering, Loughborough University, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 3TU, UK;School of Services Management, Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Poole, BH12 5BB, UK |
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Abstract: | Although the high level of implementation activity within the UK would suggest that bus-based Park and Ride (P&R) is a favoured policy option, little evidence exists which tests this assumption empirically or explores it in detail. In addition, a growing body of evidence indicates that P&R may increase the vehicle miles travelled (VMT) of its users. This paper reports on a recent survey of UK local authorities, both with and without current P&R provision, to understand the reasons behind its popularity and the level of recognition of its effectiveness in reducing car use. Particular consideration is given to the relationship between P&R and conventional public transport (particularly bus) services, as the transfer of passengers from these can have a significant impact on the effectiveness of P&R. The potential future growth of P&R is also addressed. The results suggest a number of divergences with the empirical evidence, particularly with regards the traffic effects of P&R. P&R is predicted to grow but there is support for implementing P&R in ways that may increase its effectiveness. |
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