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(Newbie alert!!) I suspect this has been discussed before, but it seems
to me that there is a big hole in open source mapping, and that is
getting hold of definitive maps in electronic form to be able to
document them.<br>
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I presume that the definitive map is a public document that should be
freely available. (???!!!)<br>
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What I am interested in is the gaps between the footpaths people
recognise and those which are registered on the definitive lists as
there is a deadline in around 10 years for getting missing paths
registered.<br>
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I know local authorities are responsible for the definitive maps in
their areas. Is it practical to contact the LAs and get definitive maps
in electronic form, or is there a central source (knowing that OS have
not released this). If there is a problem, is there an opportunity to
work with the Ramblers Assoc to get definitive way mapping released?<br>
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I've read the tagging "controversy" and it seems there is a lack of
finality on tagging - is there anyone trying to resolve this? In the
end, only the OS maps seem to have legal status, but they aren't
releasing footpaths :(<br>
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Anyway, just off for some Coast to Coast cycling...<br>
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Cheers!<br>
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Spenny<br>
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