Taunton councillor vows to continue fight for new footbridge

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Taunton councillor vows to continue fight for new footbridge  Despite the town council’s decision to abandon plans for a new footbridge, Councillor Caroline Ellis remains determined to revive the project.  Residents cherished the footbridge as a convenient link between Bishop’s Hull, Silk Mills, and the town centre, offering a scenic shortcut.  Councillor Ellis argues the bridge is essential for Taunton’s garden town vision, improving accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists.  With studies completed and potential funding from developers, Ellis is optimistic but needs public support to push forward.

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00:00Despite the Town Council's decision to abandon plans for a new footbridge,

00:05Councillor Caroline Ellis remains determined to revive the project.

00:10Residents cherished the footbridge as a convenient link between Bishop's Hull,

00:15Silk Mills and the Town Centre, offering a scenic shortcut.

00:21Councillor Ellis argues the bridge is essential for Taunton's garden town vision,

00:26improving accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists.

00:31With studies completed and potential funding from developers,

00:35Ellis is optimistic but needs public support to push forward.

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