What the consultation is
We are exploring ways to improve the walking environment in 4 villages in Renfrewshire after residents raised concerns that the speed and volume of traffic are making the roads unsafe.
We have appointed transport consultants Stantec to carry out a study in Bishopton, Bridge of Weir, Elderslie and Lochwinnoch.
The study aims to create a safer environment in the villages for all road users by managing traffic speeds, to encourage people to walk, wheel, and cycle more often for local trips.
It will examine where vehicle speed on main through-roads is a safety concern and propose traffic calming or pedestrian priority measures to address the issues.
Read the Renfrewshire Villages Safe Walking Initiative online.
Why we’re consulting
We are looking to improve the walking environment in 4 Renfrewshire villages after residents raised concerns that the speed and volume of traffic are making the roads unsafe.
How you can tell us what you think
We asked you to complete an online survey and provide your feedback on:
- traffic speeds and walking difficulties in your village
- what type of traffic calming features you would prefer
- where best to put traffic calming or pedestrian priority measures.
We also hosted public drop-in events in:
- Elderslie Village Hall, Elderslie
- Cargill Hall, Bridge of Weir
- McKillop Institute, Lochwinnoch
- Cornerstone Church Centre, Bishopton
At these events, you could speak with the design team about the project in that village, get more information on possible solutions and give your thoughts on the proposals.
The designs for each village were available to view after the public drop-in events.
We'd like to thank everyone who provided feedback in the first stage of the consultation.
We're now taking forward the next phase of engagement to gather local community feedback and help us refine proposals for speed reduction measures within Bishopton, Bridge of Weir, Elderslie and Lochwinnoch.
Key dates
Feedback on initial concept designs
Open for feedback
Monday 6 January 2025
Closed and reviewing feedback
Wednesday 5 February 2025
Outcome available
Tuesday 2 December 2025
How we’re using your data and your feedback
We will use the information you submit to:
- process this consultation
- check and compare information with our existing records like responses from previous consultation
- possibly share details with other council services and partners if required.
Note that consultation responses will be publicly available on request. If you want to keep your response private, tell us when you submit your response. We may still be obliged to disclose your response, on request, due to the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 and so, we cannot guarantee complete confidentiality.
See further information on how the council handles your personal information.
