To advise members on the production of the Marches and Mid Wales Freight Strategy and seek Marches Enterprise Joint Committee endorsement of the Strategy.

The draft freight strategy was discussed. Councillor Lester noted the importance of having such as strategy.

Councillor Nutting stated that it was important this strategy aligned with others such as Midlands Connect and the strategies of the combined west midlands authorities.

The project development officer stated that wide ranging consultation had taken place during the creation of the strategy to ensure alignment with other strategies and policies. This included consultation with the freight industry, parish and town councils, Midlands Connect, Highways England and Network Rail among others.

Resolved that:

(a)   Joint Committee members endorse the Marches and Mid Wales Freight Strategy.

To advise members on the production of the Marches and Mid Wales Freight Strategy and seek Marches Enterprise Joint Committee endorsement of the Strategy.

Item deferred to next meeting.