The Minister of Transport is proposing to amend land transport rules and the Local Government Act so councils can more easily transform streets to support public transport and more active forms of travel.
The legislative changes under the Reshaping Streets programme will allow local councils to pilot changes to street layouts for up to two years as a form of consultation.
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It's hoped that it will accelerate projects such as creating bike lanes, pedestrian zones, and better transport infrastructure, as well as reducing speed limits and restricting traffic.
It's part of a wider initiative to meet emissions reduction targets, including reducing car trips by 20 percent by 2035.
Kathryn speaks to Minister of Transport Michael Wood.
