26 Compulsory powers for creation of footpaths[, bridleways and restricted byways]

26  Compulsory powers for creation of footpaths[, bridleways and restricted byways]

(1)     Where it appears to a local authority [or a strategic highways company] that there is need for a footpath[, bridleway or restricted byway] over land in their area and they are satisfied that, having regard to—

(a)     the extent to which the path or way would add to the convenience or enjoyment of a substantial section of the public, or to the convenience of persons resident in the area, and

(b)     the effect which the creation of the path or way would have on the rights of persons interested in the land, account being taken of the provisions as to compensation contained in section 28 below,

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