Vocal opponents to the “Quietways” avoiding the A629 Halifax Road are circulating a great many half-truths and misinformation. A meeting with Kirklees Council planners has been called by opponents of this green corridor on Thursday 3rd March at 18.00 at Gledholt Church (on the roundabout just below the Ambulance station in Marsh). Interested KCC members should attend, particularly from north Huddersfield.
Holmfirth Film Festival is running a day of pro–cycling films on Sunday 20th March at Holmfirth Civic Hall. The event organisers are particularly keen to have local cyclists present with a stall, advice or exhibits to support the day.
Parts of the proposed Quiet ways alongside the A629 Halifax Road in the Phase 4 programme that started consultations in 2018 has hit organised opposition. Plans have been subject to petitions and online public meetings.
A629 Halifax Road Phase 4 plans for ‘quiet ways’ are threatened by local campaigns, particularly about Occupation Road, Lindley.