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On 1st April 2008 we launched the Project Control Framework. The Framework sets out how we, together with the Department for Transport, manage and deliver major improvement projects.
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3. Route Outcomes
Following the previous review of the routes functions, objectives and issues, eleven Route Outcomes were identified, as listed below in Table 2 and described in detail in Appendix B. Each Route Outcome will generate actions and priorities, which will form the basis of the formulation of the Route Management Plan.
| Route Outcome Number | Short name | Route Outcome Description |
|---|---|---|
| RO1 | Speed Management | To adopt a consistent, realistic and enforceable approach in the management of vehicle speeds along the route within the jurisdiction of the Highways Agency and Welsh assembly Government |
| RO2 | Overtaking Opportunities | To seek to reduce the number of vehicle collisions resulting from inappropriate overtaking movements |
| RO3 | Collisions | To seek to reduce the number of personal injury collisions along the route |
| RO4 | Junction Safety | To seek to improve safety at all junctions for all users |
| RO5 | Non-Motorised Users | To seek to improve accessibility for non-motorised users along and crossing the route |
| RO6 | Incidents and Maintenance | To reduce the impact of delays caused by incidents and maintenance |
| RO7 | Regeneration Areas | To facilitate and support suitable regeneration and employment opportunities in regeneration areas |
| RO8 | Tourist Congestion | To seek a solution for congestion associated with tourist traffic along the route |
| RO9 | Bus Stops | To co-operate with operators to provide appropriate stopping facilities for buses and access for users |
| RO10 | Resting facilities | To seek to provide sufficient and safe signing, and frequency and standard of lay-bys, and to facilitate service provision along the route |
| RO11 | Noise Pollution | To reduce noise caused by traffic on the route |
| RO12 | Biodiversity Action Plan | To contribute to the delivery of the Highways Agency and Welsh Assembly Government Biodiversity Action Plans |
| RO 13 | Junction Operation | To seek to improve the operation at junctions on the A5/A483 |
