Director of Highways and Parking
Southwark councillors are scrutinising the impact of the Lower Road Project, a key highways scheme falling under the Director of Highways and Parking's remit.
Southwark councillors are currently scrutinising the Lower Road Project, a highways scheme for which the Director of Highways and Parking is responsible. At an Overview & Scrutiny Committee meeting in October 2026, councillors raised concerns about congestion and bus journey times following the completion of the Lower Road Cycleway 4 (C4) scheme.
Despite these concerns, the Lower Road Cycleway 4 (C4) scheme, which opened in March 2024, has significantly boosted cycling by 81% and improved road safety by reducing the severity of collisions involving cyclists.
No upcoming discussions or decisions specifically about the Director of Highways and Parking role or the Lower Road Project are currently scheduled in the provided material. The Director of Highways and Parking is a senior management role within Southwark Council, responsible for all highways and parking matters, including projects like the Lower Road scheme.
Key facts
- Southwark councillors raised concerns about congestion and bus journey times related to the Lower Road Project in October 2026. Source
- The Lower Road Cycleway 4 (C4) scheme opened in March 2024. Source
- Cycling has increased by 81% since the completion of the Lower Road Cycleway 4 (C4) scheme. Source
- The Lower Road Cycleway 4 (C4) scheme has improved road safety by reducing the severity of collisions involving cyclists. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 7 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.