diversion signs
Islington councillors are demanding consistent cyclist safety measures during roadworks, including how diversion signs are managed.
Islington councillors are currently demanding more consistent safety measures for cyclists during roadworks, noting a 'postcode lottery' in how traffic and pedestrian flow are managed across the borough. This discussion, which took place at the Environment, Climate and Transport Scrutiny Committee in October 2026, highlighted the challenges of coordinating roadworks and their impact on road users, including cyclists.
The council manages roadworks, which involve temporary signs used to redirect traffic, including cyclists, through a permit system. It also reviews traffic management plans submitted by utility companies and contractors, who have statutory rights to carry out works, impacting various road users.
Key facts
- Islington councillors are demanding more consistent safety measures for cyclists during roadworks. Source
- The discussion took place at Islington's Environment, Climate and Transport Scrutiny Committee in October 2026. Source
- The council manages roadworks through a permit system and reviews traffic management plans. Source
- Utility companies and contractors have statutory rights to carry out roadworks. Source
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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 21 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.