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24 stories · discussed at 13 council meetings · 20 councils

Councils are approving new traffic schemes to enhance road safety, while residents raise concerns over consultation and funding for various initiatives.

In October 2026, Haringey Council approved a Red Route on the A105 High Road in Wood Green to improve traffic flow and road safety, despite objections. Newham Council also approved a 24-hour bus lane on Romford Road as part of a wider scheme to enhance road safety. Meanwhile, Harrow residents raised concerns in October 2026 about a CCTV camera installed on Dalkeith Grove without prior consultation, citing privacy and compliance issues.

Southwark Council made the Lower Road Cycleway Phase 1 permanent in October 2026, though funding for Phase 2 remains uncertain. In September 2026, Kingston upon Thames began a trial School Street scheme outside Robin Hood Primary School to improve air quality and safety. Croydon Council is scheduled to discuss member petitions concerning road safety for schoolchildren on 21 October 2026.

Councils continue to invest in road safety measures, with Barnet Council approving a £97 million investment for roads and pavements in January 2026, alongside £3.7 million for road safety schemes. In December 2025, Harrow Council implemented a Red Route in Rayners Lane following emergency service concerns about access and safety risks.

Key facts

  1. Haringey Council's Cabinet Member for Climate Action and Transport approved a Red Route on A105 High Road in Wood Green on 13 October 2026, despite 41% objection. Source
  2. Newham Council approved a 24-hour bus lane on Romford Road in October 2026 as part of a wider public realm improvement scheme. Source
  3. Southwark Council made the Lower Road Cycleway Phase 1 permanent in October 2026, but Phase 2 faces an unidentified funding gap. Source
  4. Harrow residents raised concerns in October 2026 about a CCTV camera installed on Dalkeith Grove without prior consultation. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. 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 21 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 2

  1. Welton Road HMO Decision Deferred Over Parking Survey A decision on a proposed six-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) at 48 Welton Road, Plumstead, has been deferred by Greenwich Council's Local Planning Committee. The... Greenwich 15 July 2026
  2. Council faces scrutiny over Best Value Notice progress Newham Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee has reviewed the proposed scope and terms of reference for a comprehensive borough-wide parking review, aiming to ensure... Newham 11 July 2026
  3. Cycle safety concerns near Aldgate School prompt calls for increased enforcement Concerns have been raised about cycle safety near The Aldgate School, with a specific call for increased encouragement and enforcement of safe cycling practices in the area. City of London 28 May 2026
  4. Newham Council Approves Major Silvertown Mixed-Use Development with 1,667 Homes Newham Council's Strategic Development Committee has approved a major mixed-use development on land at Knights Road in Silvertown, which is set to deliver up to 1,667 homes. The... Newham 30 April 2026
  5. Newnham Avenue traffic management to be further investigated following resident petition Hillingdon Council's Cabinet Member for Planning, Housing & Growth, Councillor Steve Tuckwell, has agreed to further investigate traffic management measures for Newnham Avenue... Hillingdon 21 April 2026
  6. Richmond Council to make St James Catholic Primary School Street permanent and amend Sheen Mount Primary School Street times Richmond upon Thames Council is continuing to expand its School Streets programme, with plans to make Phase 4 permanent and provide updates on Phases 5 and 6. The initiative,... Richmond upon Thames 17 March 2026
  7. Richmond Council Addresses Road Safety Concerns on Nelson Road Following Fatal Accident Concerns over road safety on Nelson Road in Whitton were raised with Richmond upon Thames Council during a meeting on Tuesday, 27 January 2026. The issue was highlighted in a... Richmond upon Thames 30 January 2026
  8. Barnet Council Approves £97 Million Investment for Roads and Pavements Barnet Council has committed to a significant programme of improvements for the borough's roads and pavements, with a £97 million investment planned. Barnet 30 January 2026