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BBC News
3 days ago
- Politics
- BBC News
Police could take charge of York traffic restrictions during events
Police could be given powers to restrict vehicle access to York city centre, including for blue badge holders, during events such as the Christmas proposal would see an Anti-Terror Traffic Regulation Order (ATTRO) created, allowing North Yorkshire Police to enforce restrictions during events if necessary, or in response to a security threat.A City of York Council report said the measures were designed to keep people safe from the threat of terrorism, but the order would have limits on its plans will go before council transport spokesperson Councillor Kate Ravilious next Tuesday, when it will be decided whether they will progress to a formal consultation. The ATTRO would cover the city centre from York Minster to the River Ouse, stopping at the bottom of High Ousegate, Parliament Street, the Shambles and would extend west to east from Museum Street and St Leonard's Place to just beyond College Street and Goodramgate, according to the Local Democracy Reporting badge holders, taxi and private hire vehicles, and delivery drivers and couriers could all potentially be affected. The council is currently responsible for controlling vehicle access into the city centre, using sliding bollards installed in January the order is introduced, the management of access passes to the police, although officers would consult with the council when they invoke the force would be expected to give at least seven days' notice if circumstances allow, before restrictions are applied.A 48-hour limit would typically apply to the measures, but the chief constable would have the power to extend them. During York's Christmas market last year, temporary restrictions to city centre access which affected blue badge holders were relaxed after criticism prompted a council executive pledged to look at expanding access to blue badge holders during this year's Christmas market following the report further stated a consultation on the proposals would allow the views of all of those affected to be taken into account. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
19-04-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
Views sought on Plymouth anti-terrorism order
Residents are being urged to have their say on a new proposed Anti-Terrorism Traffic Regulation Order (ATTRO) for the Plymouth Hoe area. This measure is designed to enhance public safety during large events and in response to potential to the council, after a request from the local police, an ATTRO allows the police to close off or restrict access to certain areas and roads when necessary, ensuring the safety and security of residents and ATTRO would cover a large area, including Plymouth Hoe, the Barbican, and surrounding locations. 'Safeguard our community' Councillor Sally Haydon, cabinet member for community safety, explained: "While there's no specific threat to Plymouth at this moment, crowded places can be targets for terrorism. "We have all seen the awful events that have happened in other around the world, from the tragic attack on London Bridge in 2017, and more recently the Magdeburg car attack in Germany."Having an ATTRO in place means we're prepared to act swiftly to protect everyone. "It's about being proactive and ensuring we have the right tools to safeguard our community."If anyone wishes to offer comments on the proposed order, they are urged to send them in writing or via email to Plymouth City Council.
