CONTROVERSIAL plans for a northern bypass and new bridge in Worcester will be up for discussion at a public meeting next week.

The proposals have been included Worcestershire County Council's draft transport strategy for 2006 and 2011.

Now the authority has invited the Worcester residents to have their say on the ideas, which also include congestion charging for trips through the city, on Monday.

Government priorities for the plan are improving access to "essential services", better air quality, safer roads and tackling congestion.

The meeting takes place between 6pm and 8pm at the Worcester Guildhall.

Residents can view the draft local transport plan at www.worcestershire.gov.uk/ltp.