Fair, sustainable access for all
The Local Transport Strategy for Fife 2023-2033 sets out our vision and priorities for transport in Fife over the next ten years. The strategy helps us improve the services we provide and makes the case for investment.
The strategy was approved by the Fife Council Cabinet Committee on 30th November 2023.
Here is a Summary of the Local Transport Strategy for Fife 2023-2033
Here is the full Local Transport Strategy for Fife 2023-2033
We have assessed the environmental effects of the strategy in our Strategic Environmental Assessment and Post Adoption Statement.
We have also considered the strategy's effect on Fifers in our Equality Impact Assessment.
Fife Council manages walking, wheeling and cycling routes; local roads; car parking; and subsidises some bus services using our available budgets. We also work closely with the operators of the trunk roads, bus services and rail network.
Our vision is that by 2033, Fife's transport system will support communities with affordable, seamless, and sustainable access to all aspects of our daily lives.
Our vision is supported by four priorities:
Our vision and priorities support the outcomes of the Plan for Fife and National Transport Strategy 2.
Access to work, education, healthcare, and leisure is crucial for our wellbeing and our economy. We will provide opportunities for all, by focusing on walking, cycling, wheeling and public transport, and supporting town centres.
What we will do:
Our transport network is for all members of the community. We will focus on improving safety, security, and accessibility for all Fifers, especially groups who have previously been disadvantaged using transport.
What we will do:
The Council declared a climate emergency in September 2019 and has committed to a just transition to net zero by 2045. We will provide leadership in working with others to decarbonise the transport sector, by encouraging sustainable travel and enabling the roll-out of zero-emission vehicles.
What we will do:
Our transport network is crucial to keeping Fife moving. We will focus on maintenance and resilience to keep our infrastructure in good condition and tackle extreme weather caused by climate change.
What we will do:
We will deliver our vision and objectives by:
