Transport Strategy 2035
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The Transport Strategy 2035 sets out the Executive's long-term vision for transport in Northern Ireland. It provides a clear framework for developing a transport system that supports sustainable economic growth, strengthens regional balance and improves connectivity for people and communities across Northern Ireland.
Transport influences how we live, work and connect. A modern, efficient and sustainable transport system is essential to supporting our social, economic and environmental objectives. The Strategy aims to deliver a cleaner, smarter, and more inclusive transport network by 2035, with an emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and accessibility.
The Transport Strategy’s vision is:
“To provide a sustainable, safe, accessible, inclusive and effective transport system which meets the region's climate change requirements, serves the needs of urban and rural communities, and supports economic growth”
This strategy is developed around four Strategic Priorities for Transport, each of which contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. These Strategic Priorities for Transport reflect the contribution that the transport system can make to the improvement of people’s everyday lives, and to our society in general.
The priorities reflect the collective responsibility of everyone - government, business, and individuals, to embed sustainability into the decisions we make.
Under each strategic priority there are a range of transport measures. They do not operate in isolation rather they will work together to holistically achieve the Transport Vision for 2035.
Our Strategic priorities are that Transport:
- Is Resilient and Sustainable
- Supports Connected and Inclusive Communities
- Is Safe and Healthy
- Supports Green Growth
Together, these priorities will guide the future development of Northern Ireland's transport system and help deliver the Transport Vision for 2035. The full Transport Strategy 2035 can be viewed below.