Will employment opportunities keep up with the burgeoning population in the region?

We will support the long term future of a successful manufacturing sector in Aylesbury by ensuring that the transport links to the area are improved, and by providing good quality accommodation with a range of facilities at reasonable cost. We will also be working with the many successful companies in the area to attract new investment.

How will Aylesbury as a town change?

The Waterside development will improve the retail choice for residents of Aylesbury Vale. It will also feature new cultural and entertainment opportunities, while the housing development will provide a range of house types in a high quality environment.

Where will the growth be concentrated?

The growth in new housing and jobs will be concentrated in and around Aylesbury and to a lesser extent, Buckingham and Winslow. There will also be an additional 400 homes on the Princess Mary Hospital site at Halton, Wendover. The countryside will be protected.

How will train services improve?

The proposed new station to the north of Aylesbury near to the Berryfields MDA is part of a continuing programme to provide greater journey choice.

Will conservation be a feature of the regeneration programme?

Aylesbury Vale is an area of great beauty. As such, we intend to preserve and enhance that beauty, protecting flood plains, improving access to the countryside and protecting ancient monuments.

As far as new businesses for the region is concerned, is there going to be emphasis on any strand of industry – for example, service industries?

Manufacturing, finance services and green technology industries are already well represented in Aylesbury Vale. We hope to build on their success and create new jobs and new opportunities in these sectors.

Will the region’s historic legacy be compromised in the development?

No, the region’s historic legacy is rich, varied and greatly appreciated by all who live here. Historic sites will be protected and wherever possible enhanced.

Is the aim of the regeneration programme to force Aylesbury into competition with Milton Keynes?

Aylesbury and Milton Keynes are not in competition. Rather, they have complementary roles. The SE Plan describes Aylesbury’s future as a strengthening of the traditional roles of a market town with industries featuring high grade manufacturing jobs. Aylesbury will remain an important administrative, cultural and retail centre.

What about existing bridlepaths/bridleways?

These will be protected and new developments will be planned accordingly.

With the rise in population, will the planned infrastructure cope in terms of transport, etc?

The growth proposals are intended to achieve integrated and sustainable communities with appropriate transport, health, education facilities.

Will the public have an opportunity to participate in the various planning processes?

Yes. As the growth agenda progresses, there will be continuing opportunities for public consultation which will shape and influence all future plans.

Has a decision been made with regard to incorporating supermarkets into the Berryfields and Weedon Hill developments?

There will be local shopping facilities in both the Berryfields and Weedon Hill areas to supplement the several existing supermarkets in Aylesbury.

What level of community facilities will be available on the Berryfields and Weedon Hill development?

As part of the sustainable communities programme, there will be extensive community facilities. These will include a new community school, shops, play areas and a linear park.

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