Highways UK Conference Liz Hunter West Yorkshire Combined Authority

To balance economic, environmental and social priorities… … To balance economic, environmental and social priorities… …..we often start with mapping the present spatial priorities.

Economic mapping

Mapping stubborn deprivation 2004 2015 10% least deprived 10% most deprived

New mapping tools allow us to Layer both current and future needs Identify gaps Align funding opportunities

Forecasting the future for transport? ….. but How far into the future can we really predict – planning timeframes The multiple drivers of growth are on a national and global scale Coordinating development led investments

How far can we influence this future…. … How far can we influence this future….. …... Major infrastructure in the right places … aligned with local infrastructure investments that link to growth areas

Working with existing infrastructure – M62 Strategic corridor – port to port Local distributor Supporting key development sites Working with other modes

HS2 and NPR serving Leeds, Bradford and York Transpennine, Calder Valley and East Coast Mainline Upgrades

Aligning local investment and growth areas West Yorkshire Combined Authority - Transport Fund Urban Dynamic Modelling Strategic road links, highway and junction improvements, corridor improvements, station gateways, rail parking, park & ride, new rail stations. New jobs and homes Leeds Public Transport Public Investment Programme

How far can we influence the future….. …... Combining local and national infrastructure into placed-based plans with local engagement.

Leeds Southbank Example National HS2/NPR investment Leeds Station Linking to the rest of the region Skills and Supply Chain

Integrated Station Solution

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