10. Walking, Accessibility and Public Realm

Uimhir Thagarta Uathúil: 
NTA-C5-869
Stádas: 
Submitted
Údar: 
Claire Wheeler

10. Walking, Accessibility and Public Realm

There should be more benches here and there but especially on longer pedestrian routes.  Some people cannot walk for long without needing a rest, and not everyone can sit on the ground.  Some people may be frail elderly, or have a breathing or heart conditions, or not very good on their legs, or just tired.  Seating along pavements, walkways and pedestrian routes should be plentiful, and would facilitate pedestrians other than just those who are healthy, fit and able.

Another problem that stops people going out much is lack of access to public toilets, and this disproportionately affects women, older people and children. Pedestrians and public transport users should have access to toilet facilities, which should be in places like main train stations, bus termini, and busy pedestrian centres.