Harrogate’s £12 million transport revitalisation project is set to proceed after the High Court ruled against a legal challenge, clearing the way for key upgrades to the town’s infrastructure. The project, funded through the Transforming Cities Fund (TCF), aims to enhance accessibility, promote public transport, and improve connections to local services.
The plans include revamping Station Square and One Arch, along with adding new cycle lanes, better traffic signals, and improved pedestrian spaces around Harrogate Railway Station. The scheme also focuses on enhancing traffic flow on major junctions like King’s Road and Ripon Road.
In February, local campaigners led by A&E Baines Limited argued that the Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) for the project were unlawful and claimed the consultation process had been inadequate. The challenge also raised concerns over the clarity and detail of the plans provided to the public.
However, after a detailed High Court hearing, the judge dismissed the case, backing the council’s handling of the project. The decision confirmed that the consultation process was thorough and that the impact assessments were legally sound.
This ruling paves the way for further developments in Harrogate, supported by a broader £38 million investment in transport upgrades across the Leeds City Region, including Skipton and Selby.
