National survey seeks feedback on Essex’s road and transport network
LOCAL people are being asked to share their views on Essex’s road and transport network – from the condition of roads and footways to the quality of cycling facilities.
The responses, from individual households chosen at random, will be compared with the views of other members of the public across England and Scotland as part of the National Highways and Transport (NHT) Public Satisfaction survey.
The survey, which is being run for the tenth year is the largest collaboration between Local Authorities offering the opportunity to compare results, share in best practice and identify further opportunities to work together in the future.
The questionnaire will be sent to a minimum random sample of at least 6,000 of Essex’s residents this week, followed by a reminder, with local and national results to be published in mid-October 2017. Since the survey is based on a sample, residents that receive a copy are being urged to take part.
Cllr Ian Grundy, Essex County Council Cabinet Member for Highways, said: “The Council invests millions of pounds of taxpayers’ money into the road and transport network every year.
“It is vital to ensure the public are getting value for money and that is why we continue to participate in the NHT survey, which provides an independent reflection of the public’s opinion on roads and transport services in Essex."
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