However, the Constable of St Helier, Simon Crowcroft, has warned that the proposal – which would have to be approved by the States – could put people off visiting the town centre.
Deputy Young said: ‘We need to start the process of looking at alternative ways for people to commute, both in response to environmental issues and our growing population. As we are now one government, we have the opportunity to integrate urban planning with that of transport.
‘I have spoken to LibertyBus and the Department of Infrastructure, who both shared their concerns on how to implement it fairly. Ideally I would like to present a finalised research proposal to the Council of Ministers in time for the 2020 Budget.’
