RSL supports the overall approach of the development strategy which reflects the CAM and provides the fundamental principles which should underpin any policy guidance and proposals.

This section gives little attention to the Gateway Neighbourhoods and further detail is needed to recognise the special needs of those areas identified as having high indices of multiple deprivation.

Clarification of the reference to Chichester Road as 'a second shopping street' (para 6.10) is needed. Is this the redevelopment of the Tylers Car Park as proposed in the CAM or something else?

As regards Chichester Road, we would welcome greater references under the Integrated Transport Scheme to recognising its current characteristics as a barrier to pedestrian and cycle movement from the High Street to residential areas and locations such as Warrior Square Gardens, and would suggest that if more is to be made of its potential as a 'second shopping street' that public realm improvements and the removal of highways related 'clutter' is necessary. This would also support the development potential of Warrior Square and Seaway.