Havering Council is to seek compensation from Transport for London (TfL) for damage caused to borough roads by the ongoing Gallows Corner Works.
Councillor Barry Muggleston, Cabinet Member for Environment and Deputy Mayor, confirmed at a council meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, that the council had advised TfL that claims for reinstatement works would be submitted once the extensive works were completed. The Gallows Corner Works, which have been ongoing for a significant period, have led to increased traffic volumes on borough-maintained roads, prompting the council's pursuit of financial redress.
While TfL's initial stance was that financial support would not be appropriate, they have since acknowledged that compensation claims would require clear evidence of wear and damage exceeding normal expectations. Havering Council plans to use AI-derived data and work with data suppliers to ensure any claims are supported by robust evidence, demonstrating that the wear and damage exceeds normal expectations.
Councillor Muggleston stated that discussions had taken place with Andy Lord, the TfL Commissioner, and that he would continue to push TfL for compensation. He highlighted that the council did not agree with TfL's initial position that rerouting strategic traffic away from the local network would negate the need for compensation. The council has advised TfL that claims will be submitted once the works are completed and the full impact can be assessed. Work is underway to ensure an agreed pathology and evidence base is in place.
The Gallows Corner Works were initially planned for a 10-week closure and were expected to be opened in April [2026]. Councillor Muggleston added, I will be pushing TfL between now and April to get that compensation for having residents, because they have let us stand, TfL.
