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UK local authority attitudes to Park and Ride

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  • Meek, Stuart
  • Ison, Stephen
  • Enoch, Marcus

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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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  • Meek, Stuart & Ison, Stephen & Enoch, Marcus, 2010. "UK local authority attitudes to Park and Ride," Journal of Transport Geography, Elsevier, vol. 18(3), pages 372-381.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jotrge:v:18:y:2010:i:3:p:372-381
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jtrangeo.2009.09.005
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