Update from SBC - findings of further "consultation".

Local people were asked to share their views over a four week period in December, called 'Yarm High Street - you decide'. This was done to understand views on whether the Council should proceed with the scheme, following public feedback.

The engagement was not a formal consultation but was intended to inform Cabinet's consideration of next steps.

From 1,564 responses received, the results were:

Yes - the Council should proceed with the proposed scheme - 225 responses (14 per cent)
No - the Council should not proceed with the proposed scheme - 1339 responses (86 per cent)

Further insight into public opinion was given through 1190 written responses, which identified common issues around parking and traffic congestion, historic character, accessibility, antisocial behaviour, and new planters and seating.

Next steps for funding in Yarm to be considered after Public Engagement results on High Street Scheme - Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council