Provision of lanes on bus routes which are typically restricted to use by buses, coaches and taxis. Operating days and times may vary according to location.

The purpose of a business transport plan is to promote alternative methods of transport (e.g. bicycles, public transport, car pools ..) for home-to-work commuting or the personnel of the town itself as well as for the staff of companies/establishments. This is possible by giving information and pointing out the alternative methods of transport for the home-work commute and by stimulating alternative methods of transport in home to work commuting.

The local authority provides information about car pooling or sharing schemes.

A local authority may provide park and ride facilities, which enable commuters to leave their personal vehicles in a designated car park and transfer to public transport facilities.

On certain main roads yellow lines indicating a parking ban have been replaced by red lines (or alternative markings such as greenways etc.). Unlike yellow lines, alternative markings prohibit all stopping, parking and loading. Red routes are designed to ensure the free flow of traffic and that bus routes are kept clear at all times.

Where traffic congestion is a particular problem schemes may be introduced to limit the amount of traffic in a specified area. Examples of congestion reduction schemes include 'park and ride' and congestion charging zones.

The local authority is responsible for proposing and implementing traffic schemes to reduce road accidents and congestion on roads in the local area. Local residents/businesses may apply to the authority for a review of traffic where they believe there is a problem.

A costed and affordable 5-year implementation programme of schemes and policy measures to improve transport in the local area. The plan should contain a set of targets and performance indicators and other outputs which can be used to assess whether the plan is delivering its objectives.

Covers the provision of information and advice to local businesses about Workplace Travel Plans, and to schools about School Travel Plans (this may include the Safe Routes to School initiative). The aim is to change modes of transport to work and school, to reduce environmental impact while improving personal safety and health