The impact of chicane barriers on the accessibility of footpaths and cycle routes was assessed as part of updating Cycle Infrastructure Design Guidance in 2020 and Inclusive Mobility Guidance in 2021. These documents set out good practice on the design of access barriers. Active Travel England\u2019s design toolkits include specific tests on the acceptability of barriers on new or upgraded routes.<\/p>
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No monies have been paid under this contract, which is a call-off contract for conference attendance. It can be cancelled at 90 days notice.<\/p>
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<\/strong><\/p> National Highways are responsible for litter collection on motorways and some trunk roads. Local authorities manage litter collection on the rest of the roads in England including junctions and verges.<\/p> <\/p> National Highways inspect and grade the Strategic Road Network (SRN) in accordance with Defra\u2019s Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse and litter is picked almost every day on their roads. Their activities are reported and monitored via its corporate Performance Indicator outlined in the Roads Investment Strategy. The Office for Road and Rail also play an important role in monitoring on behalf of the Secretary of State, by ensuring that National Highways\u2019 deliver its commitments.<\/p> <\/p>"}
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