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A mobile phone - happy because it's just texted Lancashire County Council

Question One:

Would you like a one point of entry for all Lancashire Public Services?:
  • Mostly yes.

Question Two :

What one thing do you think we could do to improve Lancashire County Council Services?

Responses Included:

  • Cut the red-tape.
  • To have one single phone number.
  • Out-source more services.
  • Work harder on customer care.
  • Produce a list of all the services LCC provides.
  • Tell customers what services are available.
  • Be available 24/7
  • Allow me to track my enquiry.
  • Provide more services like this sms one.

Question Three :

Do you know the name of your County Councillor and what their responsibilities are? (See http://mario.lancashire.gov.uk - if you don't)
  • Responses to date: 52% Yes 48% No

Question Four:

What are your thoughts on regional government?
  • People wanted more information on how it would affect them.

Question Five:

Do you feel that you can 'Travel Easily and Safely' in Lancashire?
  • Half of the respondents are satisfied and half are not, we received a lot of great feedback about how services could be improved.

Question Six:

One of Lancashire County Council's objectives is for Lancashire residents to "Get help if they need it". Thinking about your local area, in what ways, if any, could the County Council's services be improved so that people get help if they need it ?

Example responses:

  • Post leaflets through doors, so people are aware of what help is available and how to get it, e.g. relevant phone numbers & web addresses.
  • Walk in centre in local library's which are staffed on a part time basis, plus the use of the mobile library vehicles.
  • Make it more obvious where and how to get help.
  • One central phone number and more clarification of county and borough roles.
  • Better telephone access 24 hour 7 day availability.
  • People need to know help is available. The supply of info is important.

Question Seven:

Do you think speed cameras help to reduce accidents?
  • Apart from one or two anti-safety camera responses most people believed that speeding was wrong and speed/safety cameras hepled to catch people speeding.

Question Eight:

How could public transport be improved?

Example responses:

  • Re-introduce a light railway system.
  • Make it clean.
  • Make it affordable.
  • Make it run to a timetable when people travel.
  • Make it connect to other nodes and forms of travel for example Carnforth Connect
  • Have more frequent and reliable services.
  • Have easier access for prams and wheelchair.
  • Have frequent shuttle buses instead of timetabled buses.
  • Stop using glass in shelters.
  • More easy entry buses & more local trains.
  • Put the bus station next to the train station.
  • Cleaner and better maintained buses.
  • Cheaper fares.
  • Modern bus station and stops with up to date electronic information
  • Inexpensive park and rides.

Question Nine:

Do you feel 'safe' on Lancashire's Highways?

Example responses:

  • Other drivers make me feel unsafe. How about the introduction of training courses for more mature drivers. Include the use of roundabouts and driving at appropriate speeds. Also before every speed camera a speed limit sign.
  • No not at all, there are senseless drivers who drive too fast with not enough police presence. Road rage is most definitely on the increase!
  • I don't feel safe on the A59 Samlesbury towards Blackburn.
  • Yes, but there's too much traffic. It's very frustrating.
  • Yes in the main but there are areas where I would not walk.
  • Yes, except at the Ringway / Lune Street junction!
  • Road maintenance could be improved.

Question Ten:

In principle do you support the increased use of wind energy in Lancashire? Also, would you support the development of wind turbines near to where you live?

Example responses:

  • Yes to both questions. I support the use of natural energy 100% and would be very happy with the use of turbines where I live. The sooner the better!
  • In principle have no objection but would need to see specific plans.
  • Yes I approve of wind farms and would not object to them locally.
  • Yes I would support the increased use of wind energy in Lancashire.
  • Yes and I support Nuclear power.
  • Yes but not wind farms.
  • I support in principle but much prefer offshore developments.
  • Yes, especially on sites adjacent to motorways where noise would not be an issue.
  • Yes to wind technology, but no to turbines in Blackpool, but only because I think there are more appropriate alternative energy sources for a coastal resort.
  • I do support the use of wind turbines and wouldn't mind them near my home.
  • I am not to sure. I think all options of alternative energy production should be discussed at a greater level than has been to date and we should go with the general public opinion, for example wave energy.
  • We need removable structures that don't leave permanent scars on the landscape. I'm sure that turbine designs can be adjusted to make them more sympathetic to their immediate surroundings. I also support tidal and solar power too.

Question Eleven:

What is your favourite spot in Lancashire and why?

Example responses:

  • Rivington because you can get away from people and get some peace and quiet!
  • The Trough of Bowland because of its solitude and bleakness.
  • Dinkley woods near ribchester because the ribble is beautiful..
  • Longridge fell because of the superb views.
  • The woods and moors around hurstwood near burnley.
  • Spring Wood because of the fabulous bluebells.
  • Lancaster Canal because of all the wildlife and natural beauty.
  • My favourite spot is Pendle Hill. I love the wonderful views and it's spooky history.
  • The headland at Heysham. We love to walk around the ruins and stone graves by st peters church. It is very peaceful and there are lovely views across morecambe bay.
  • Bruccianis cafe, Preston. Love the nostalgia.

Question Twelve:

How could LCC be more responsive to your local needs and views?

Example responses:

  • Cheaper bus travel more routes for buses one call does it all.
  • Encourage more feedback via internet, text message, post and phone.
  • They do ok now.
  • Provide real one stop shops.

Question Thirteen:

Currently the street lighting in Lancashire is on during the hours of darkness, some councils switch the lights off between midnight and 5am to reduce electricity costs. Do you think this is a good idea?

Example responses:

  • Yes, in some areas. Not in all.
  • Yes, a great idea.
  • Definitely! It will cut down on light pollution and save money.
  • Yes I do unless there are specific security issues which need addressing.
  • I think this is a bad idea.Crime figures are high and pubs and shops are open longer leaving people vulnerable.Maybe sensors on streetlights would be an idea!
  • No, it would be a bad idea to switch street lighting off after midnight. It may cause a rise in accidents and crimes.
  • I think it depends upon traffic and pedestrian flows between these times and also a factor representing crime figures for similar areas. Automatic 'movement sensors' controling the lights would be an advantage here, so you have lights where and when they are needed.
  • Yes it is an extremely good idea it helps with taxes and more importantly to reduce the need for electricity being wasted therefore good for the environment.
  • No because it would mean people out and about between these hours would be at greater risk of violent crime. It would also give cover of darkness to burglars. It has great health and safety issues.
  • Yes it is a good idea but only on major roads like bypasses.
  • Good idea. Streetlights burning when there are few people around is very wastful and contributes to light pollution.



 
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