Cycling enthusiasts have been urged to help shape new sustainability plans for Watford at an upcoming event.

The Cycle Forum at West Herts College's business lounge will be open for anyone with a passion for cycling on September 15 at 6.30pm.

It will be chaired by councillor Ian Stotesbury, who is responsible for transport and sustainability, and will also inform people about what is already planned.

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Cllr Stotesbury said: “We want to invite any Watford resident interested in being a part of the cycle plans for our town to come down to the cycle forum or get in touch with their views.”

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Watford mayor Peter Taylor added: “The forum has been really important in shaping the plans for Watford and so I really hope people join us to find out what’s next."

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Watford Borough Council has said offering better and safer cycle routes is a key part of the council’s ‘Transforming Travel in Watford’ strategy.

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